Research Technician 19.99 hrs (Onsite) Surgery Research - Galveston

UnitedHealth Group•Galveston, TX

147d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides technical skills in performing laboratory experiments and procedures. Under direct supervision, the Research Technician performs routine, detailed technical laboratory tasks as prescribed by the assigned experiment. This role involves preparing chemicals, solutions, and reagents, assisting with sample processing (RNA and protein quantification), and assembling/operating laboratory apparatus and equipment. The technician will also assist with animal studies, maintain laboratory notebooks, analyze data using computer programs (Excel, Prism, FlowJo), and participate in lab meetings. Additionally, the role includes assisting with laboratory report preparation, cleaning equipment and work areas, adhering to internal controls, and performing related duties as required.

Requirements

Associate's degree in basic science or equivalent
1 year related experience
Data Collection
image analysis
Standard Laboratory Equipment

Responsibilities

Performs routine, detailed technical laboratory tasks as prescribed by the assigned experiment.
Prepares a variety of chemicals, solutions, and reagents based on defined laboratory procedures.
Assist PI with sample processing, including RNA and protein quantification.
Assembles and operates laboratory apparatus and equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
Assist with animal studies.
Maintain all data generated in a laboratory notebook, analyze data through a variety of computer programs (Excel, Prism, FlowJo), and participate in weekly lab meetings.
Assists with the preparation of laboratory reports using scientific data from experiments.
Cleans equipment and work areas.
Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
Performs related duties as required.