Research Associate

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

12d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Research Associate performs technical or narrative research by designing and modifying research protocols and methodology in collaboration with the principal investigator. The role plans and conducts experiments and studies, assesses outcomes, organizes findings, and adapts ongoing studies as appropriate. It also involves presenting results in written and graphical formats, managing project-related supplies, conducting library and topical research, and preparing final papers for publication. The Research Associate ensures compliance with institutional policies and applicable safety and ethics standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a specialized field of study.
Four years of experience.
Hands-on experience in molecular and cell biology techniques.
Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes or other email software.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write and prepare memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.

Nice To Haves

Experience in epigenetic or genomic profiling.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and implement research experiments according to established protocols to support project goals and produce high-quality scientific results.
Conduct experiments and studies, assess outcomes, and adapt continued studies based on organized findings.
Present data in organized, readable formats, including written reports and graphical summaries.
Account for and order relevant supplies as needed, and perform other project-related activities.
Conduct library and topical research pertinent to projects.
Write and prepare final papers supporting findings and submit evidence for publication.
Ensure compliance with institutional policies, rules, and regulations and with applicable federal, state, and local safety and ethics standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

UT SELECT medical insurance, offered free for employees.
Group term life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.
Three dental insurance plan options.
Two vision plan options.
Disability insurance enrollment option.
Flexible spending accounts for qualifying dependent care and health care expenses.
Retirement plan eligibility through TRS or ORP, with voluntary retirement programs also available.
Paid time off of 128 to 208 hours per fiscal year, based on years of service.
Extended Illness Bank accrual of 8 hours per month.
Paid family leave of up to 240 hours after six months of consecutive employment.
Twelve paid holidays each year.
Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.