Research Associate III (Microbiology and Immunology - Galveston)

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

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About The Position

Research Associate III conducts variety of non-routine research assignments and experiments.

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 required.
• Proficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, serological assays, flow cytometry).

Nice To Haves

• More than two years of experience maintaining mammalian cell cultures is highly preferred.
• More than two years of experience performing plaque assays, virus neutralization assays, and ELISAs is highly preferred.
• More than two years of experience working with viruses in BSL-3 or BSL-4 is preferred.
• The ideal candidate would have a DOJ clearance and more than two years of BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience working with cell cultures, viruses, and laboratory animals.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees