Biochem & Molecular Biology Research Associate I

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston seeks a Research Associate I in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Requires a Bachelor's degree in basic science; no experience required. Performs standard lab tasks, prepares biological assays, analyzes data, maintains records, and supports data compilation under supervision.

The role includes molecular biology work and supervised mouse-related activities; training is provided. The Center for Genome Architecture conducts 3D genome studies, with ongoing expansion into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.
• Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.
• Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
• Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
• Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to laboratory equipment as defined by guidelines.
• Training is provided; undergraduate research experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.
• Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
• Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
• Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
• Conducts supervised mouse work including colony management, genotyping, treatment, and tissue collection; training provided.

Skills

Biological Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

Tabulation of Data

Equipment Calibration

Standard Laboratory

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston seeks a Research Associate I in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Requires a Bachelor's degree in basic science; no experience required. Performs standard lab tasks, prepares biological assays, analyzes data, maintains records, and supports data compilation under supervision.

The role includes molecular biology work and supervised mouse-related activities; training is provided. The Center for Genome Architecture conducts 3D genome studies, with ongoing expansion into