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Research Associate I (Surgery Research - Galveston)

Galveston, Texas, United States

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2501487

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

JOB SUMMARY:

Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

+ Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.

+ Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.

+ Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.

+ Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.

+ Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.

+ Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.

+ Adheres to internal controls established for department.

+ Performs related duties as required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

+ Good management and communication skills

+ Computer skills with Microsoft office and other related software

+ Good writing skills, be able to process scientific reports, protocols, and paper preparation.

+ Prefer highly motivated and detail-oriented research interests

SKILLS:

+ Biological Analysis

+ Quantitative Analysis

+ Qualitative Analysis

+ Tabulation of Data

+ Equipment Calibration

+ Standard Laboratory Equipment

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Standard laboratory environment.

OTHER:

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification,

may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section

51.215, Texas Education Code.

**Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

_UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities._

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