Research Associate II, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (Galveston)
About The Position
The Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities. Under general supervision, this role performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity. The position involves planning, coordinating, providing setup, and conducting standard research experiments following general technical instructions. Responsibilities include preparing biological assays, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, and making modifications to research procedures as determined by the Principal Investigator. The role also entails maintaining records of all tests performed and data collected, providing preliminary analysis of results, and assisting in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data. Additionally, the Research Associate II ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation, and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment, maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance, and manages lab inventory of supplies and equipment. Literature searches may be performed as outlined by the Principal Investigator, and there is a possibility of providing guidance to junior research staff. Adherence to internal controls established for the department is required, along with performing related duties as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience OR Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.
- Experience with Animal Science/Care
- Experience with Surgery
- Experience with Biological Assays
- Experience with Quantitative Analysis
- Experience with Qualitative Analysis
- Experience with Data Analysis
- Experience with Tabulation of Data
- Experience with Equipment Calibration
- Experience with Technical Writing
- Experience with Standard Laboratory Equipment
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity.
- Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments following general technical instructions.
- Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
- Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary analysis of results.
- Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.
- Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
- Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.
- Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
- May provide guidance to junior research staff.
- Adheres to internal controls established for department.
- Performs related duties as required.
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employment
- Affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
