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Research Associate III (Center Addiction Science Therapeutics - Galveston)

Galveston, Texas, United States

New

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2502849

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 5 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and 3 years of related experience required.

Preferred Skills:

+ Skilled in database management and digital record keeping (e.g., Excel, GraphPad Prism).

+ Strong understanding of research compliance, safety, and biosafety protocols.

+ Educational background in pharmacology, neuroscience, or related field.

Job Description:

Conducts a variety of non-routine research assignments and experiments.

Job Duties:

+ Plan, coordinate, and execute complex in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo experiments with a high degree of rigor and reproducibility.

+ Conduct independent literature reviews to inform experimental design and interpretation.

+ Perform molecular and cellular biology techniques including DNA/RNA/protein extraction, Western blotting, cDNA synthesis and quantitative PCR.

+ Perform behavioral pharmacology experiments (up to seven days/week at times).

+ Conduct tissue processing (e.g., cryostat sectioning) and staining for immunohistochemistry, RNAScope, and fluorescence microscopy.

+ Analyze transcriptomic datasets using bioinformatics tools (e.g., Ingenuity Pathway Analysis, Gene Ontology, R or Python-based pipelines).

+ Compile, analyze, and interpret quantitative data; maintain accurate and organized experimental records.

+ Summarize findings and contribute to the preparation of scientific presentations, reports, and manuscripts.

+ Implement and monitor quality control procedures for research protocols and laboratory workflows.

+ Maintain RIVA (Rodent In Vivo Assessment) core scheduling and personnel training.

+ Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments; troubleshoot and perform minor repairs as needed.

+ Collaborate with research staff and investigators to refine protocols and interpret experimental results.

+ Manage laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

+ Provide mentorship and training to junior personnel.

Required Skills:

+ Experience with or willingness to training in animal handling, care, and surgical procedures.

+ Execution of biological assays and molecular techniques.

+ Data organization, tabulation, and statistical analysis.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience.

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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