Neuroscience Research Associate II — On-Campus Lab

The University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at San Antonio's Silveira lab seeks a Research Science Associate II to conduct experiments, analyze data, onboard new trainees, and support lab management on a full-time, grant-funded basis.

Responsibilities include supervising student researchers, acquiring electrophysiology data, genotyping mouse colonies, and collaborating across teams on campus. This role requires a strong commitment to accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Vocational Training, or Apprenticeship in a related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience; additional education may substitute on a one-for-one basis.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the management of the laboratory, including placing orders and preparing solutions.
• Successfully and independently acquire electrophysiology data.
• Successfully perform data analysis and interpretation of results.
• Manages and genotypes the mouse colony.
• Assists other team members in their projects.
• Trains new personnel in the laboratory.
• Keeps accurate records.

Skills

Laboratory work

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Vocational Training

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience or related field

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Job description

The University of Texas at San Antonio's Silveira lab seeks a Research Science Associate II to conduct experiments, analyze data, onboard new trainees, and support lab management on a full-time, grant-funded basis.

Responsibilities include supervising student researchers, acquiring electrophysiology data, genotyping mouse colonies, and collaborating across teams on campus. This role requires a strong commitment to accuracy and teamwork.