UTMB Faculty Group Practice · 2 months ago
Research Associate II (Microbiology and Immunology - Galveston)
Galveston, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUTMB Health is a research institution seeking a Research Associate II to perform a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments. The role involves lab maintenance responsibilities and conducting biological assays with a focus on animal and environmental safety compliance.
Hospital & Health Care
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity
Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments following general technical instructions
Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis
Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator
Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary analysis of results
Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data
Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines
Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance
Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment
Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator
May provide guidance to junior research staff
Adheres to internal controls established for department
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required
Preferred
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
Proficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, serological assays, flow cytometry)
Company
UTMB Faculty Group Practice
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is comprised of over 950 faculty physicians and advanced practice providers who drive UTMB’s mission of improving health by delivering innovative education and training, pursuing cutting-edge research, and providing the highest quality patient care.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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