Research Assistant

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Research Assistant provides routine technical assistance in performing assigned and delegated tasks in support of research projects. Responsibilities include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research. Weekend and holiday work is required. A cover letter and references must be submitted for consideration.

Requirements

• Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently within a research environment or laboratory schedule.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail software.
• Bachelor's Degree in a basic science/psychology/neuroscience field is required.
• No experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with animals and/or in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts behavioral experiments, which include handling and caring for animals, administration of test substances, and collection of data.
• Assists in developing approved IACP Protocols for experiments.
• Performs assigned technical duties in a research lab setting, including handling and analyzing data, preparation of solutions, and setup and maintenance of equipment.
• Carries out general laboratory maintenance.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees