Research Associate III, Microbiology and Immunology (Galveston)

UTMB Health•Galveston, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Research Associate III conducts a variety of non-routine research assignments and experiments. This role involves planning, coordinating, and directing moderately complex research experiments, establishing quality control measures, and making modifications to research procedures as determined by the Principal Investigator. The position also contributes to the scientific analysis and interpretation of projects, maintains detailed records of tests and data, and ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation, and modification of laboratory equipment.

Requirements

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.
Animal Science/Care
Surgery
Biological Assays
Quantitative Analysis
Qualitative Analysis
Data Analysis
Tabulation of Data
Equipment Calibration
Technical Writing Experience

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates and directs moderately complex research experiments following general technical procedures.
Establishes and oversees quality control measures for assigned project operations.
Makes modification to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.
Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.
Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.
Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
Makes minor modifications and repairs to equipment as necessary.
Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
Oversees lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
May provide guidance to junior research staff.
Adheres to internal controls established for department.
Performs related duties as required.