• Research Associate I (Internal Medicine Infectious…

    UTMB Health (Galveston, TX)


    Research Associate I (Internal Medicine Infectious Disease - Galveston)

     

    Galveston, Texas, United States

     

    New

     

    Research Academic & Clinical

     

    UTMB Health

     

    Requisition # 2502779

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.

    Job Description:

    Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

     

    The Research Assistant will provide support to several projects related to study of new diagnostics for infectious diseases, and the immune and inflammatory response to infection. The studies may involve laboratory experiments with human samples or using mouse models of infection. The Research Assistant will conduct routine laboratory experiments independently or with an appropriate level of direct supervision. The Research Assistant will be required to maintain detailed and accurate written records of experiments, data analysis, and study conclusions. Training will be provided by the Principal Investigator and senior laboratory staff. Previous experience with molecular lab methods would be beneficial.

    Job Duties:

    + 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.

    SKILLS:

    + Biological Analysis.

    + Quantitative Analysis.

    + Qualitative Analysis.

    + Tabulation of Data.

    + Equipment Calibration.

    + Standard Laboratory Equipment.

    Salary Range:

    Commensurate with experience $39,120 -$48,900

    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.

     

    Compensation