Research Associate

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a research professional to design and implement experiments under supervision, collaborating with principal investigators on protocol and methodology. The position emphasizes rigorous data collection and adherence to safety and ethics standards.

You will present findings in written reports and graphical summaries, manage supplies, and conduct library and topical research. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and implement research experiments within established protocols.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and implement research experiments per protocols.
• Conduct experiments, assess outcomes, and adapt as needed.
• Present data in reports and graphical summaries; manage supplies.
• Conduct library and topical research for projects.
• Write final papers and support publication.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ethics, and institutional policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational coordination

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Research design and protocol

Education

Bachelor's degree in a specialized field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Lotus Notes/Email

Job description

Under general supervision, responsible for performing technical or narrative research by designing, modifying and collaborating with primary investigator regarding protocol and methodology of research topics.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs and implements research experiments according to established protocols to assure high quality scientific results in support of project goals.
• Conducts experiments and studies and assesses outcome; adapts continued studies based on the organization of findings.
• Presents data in organized, readable formats including written reports and graphical summaries, account for relevant supplies and ordering them as needed and other activities related to each project.
• Conducts library and topical research pertinent to projects.
• Writes and prepares final papers to support findings; submits evidence for publication.
• Assures compliance with institutional policies, rules and regulations to meet federal, state and local standards and codes pertaining to safety and ethics.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other email software.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree degree in a specialized field of study is required.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience is required.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Required Skills

• Four (4) years of experience is required.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7364
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 07/17/2026, 07:15 PM
• Apply Before 08/20/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization G2300 - Barshop Institute, M1000 - Dean Medical School, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center