Research Associate II, Translational Neuroscience (Galveston)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The Research Associate II performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with laboratory maintenance. Under general supervision, the role conducts research of moderate complexity, prepares biological assays, analyzes data, maintains laboratory equipment and records, and supports laboratory safety and inventory. The position may provide guidance to junior research staff and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience, or a master’s degree in basic science or equivalent with no experience required.
• Skills in animal science/care surgery, biological assays, quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, data analysis, tabulation of data, equipment calibration, technical writing, and standard laboratory equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Primary microglial cell culture experience with basic molecular assays, including nitrites, ELISA, and confocal microscopy.
• Experience with peptide bioelectrochemistry and electron transfer using devices and methods including cell-compatible TEER, wireless cyclic voltammetry, computational chemistry, and single photon spectroscopy. Understanding of wireless devices capable of measuring radical and electrochemistry in cells is a bonus.
• Experience with holotomography imaging, mitochondrial segmentation, and analysis of live microglial/astrocyte cells with reactive nitrogen/oxygen species signalling. FLIR and FLIM experience is a bonus.
• Engineering principles in multi-order differential equation mapping of amino acid chemistry damage; spatial mapping is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity under general supervision.
• Plan, coordinate, set up, and conduct standard research experiments following general technical instructions.
• Prepare biological assays and conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Modify research procedures as directed by the Principal Investigator.
• Maintain records of tests performed and data collected, and provide preliminary analysis of results.
• Assist with compiling and tabulating data and analyzing final data.
• Ensure accurate assembly, calibration, operation, and modification of laboratory equipment according to applicable guidelines.
• Maintain the laboratory for animal and environmental safety compliance.
• Maintain laboratory inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Perform literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
• May provide guidance to junior research staff.
• Adhere to internal controls established for the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level