Research Associate I, Microbiology and Immunology (Galveston)
About The Position
The Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments under direct supervision. The position conducts in vitro virus culture and virology and serology assays, and assists with small animal studies evaluating novel antiviral therapies and vaccines. Work includes following detailed technical instructions, preparing biological assays, conducting basic quantitative and qualitative analyses, documenting tests and collected data, and assisting with data compilation, tabulation, and preliminary analysis. The role also involves assembling, calibrating, operating, and making minor modifications to laboratory equipment; maintaining research supplies and inventories; documenting research data; and placing project-related lab orders. The successful applicant may perform routine and non-routine assignments designed by the laboratory PI and other related duties as required. Examples of research activities include imaging, immunohistochemistry, histology, RT-qPCR, Western blotting, cell culture, animal studies, statistical analysis, and data management. The position is based in a standard laboratory environment, with possible future work in BSL-3 and BSL-4 facilities after appropriate training. Candidates must meet medical and/or vaccination requirements for work in biocontainment facilities and with Tier 1 select agents, as well as State and Federal requirements for DOJ clearance to access select-agent areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent.
- Must meet medical and/or vaccination requirements for work in biocontainment facilities and with Tier 1 select agents.
- Must meet State and Federal requirements necessary for DOJ clearance to access select-agent areas.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with mammalian cell culture.
- Previous experience with virus stock production.
- Previous experience with virological or serological assays, such as plaque assay, TCID50 assay, ELISA, or PRNT.
- Hands-on experience with small animal models, including administration of materials, collection of biosamples, and animal colony management.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in vitro virus culture and virology and serology assays.
- Assist with small animal studies evaluating novel antiviral therapies and vaccines.
- Perform standard research assignments and experiments according to detailed technical instructions and under direct supervision.
- Prepare biological assays and conduct basic quantitative and qualitative analyses.
- Maintain records of tests performed and data collected.
- Assist with compiling and tabulating data and provide preliminary analysis.
- Assemble, calibrate, operate, and make minor modifications to laboratory equipment in accordance with guidelines.
- Perform routine and non-routine research assignments designed by the laboratory PI.
- Maintain laboratory supply and research inventories, document research data, and update chemical and laboratory inventories.
- Place laboratory orders related to ongoing projects.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
