Research Associate I, Basic Science & Translational

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

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston is seeking a Research Associate I in Basic Science and Translational Research to support standardized lab assignments and experiments. You will prepare and analyze small molecules and microplastics in biological samples, using LC-MS/MS or Py-GC-MS, and maintain thorough documentation in SOPs and QA records.

The role emphasizes sample prep, extraction, and purification, plus routine instrument operation and data interpretation in a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent.
• Experience in a bioanalytical or micro-/nanoplastic lab is preferred.
• Experience with LC-MS/MS or Py-GC-MS instrumentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological sample preparation and extraction for microplastics/nanoplastics in biological samples.
• Prepare solutions, mobile phases, stock solutions, calibration standards and QC samples.
• Operate LC-MS/MS and HPLC instruments and assist with data analysis and QA.
• Maintain equipment, logs, SOPs, QA records and laboratory inventory.
• Adhere to internal controls and perform related duties as required.

Skills

Biological Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

Data Tabulation

Equipment Calibration

Organization

Solution Preparation

Calibration Curves

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science

Tools

LC-MS/MS

HPLC

Py-GC-MS

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston is seeking a Research Associate I in Basic Science and Translational Research to support standardized lab assignments and experiments. You will prepare and analyze small molecules and microplastics in biological samples, using LC-MS/MS or Py-GC-MS, and maintain thorough documentation in SOPs and QA records.

The role emphasizes sample prep, extraction, and purification, plus routine instrument operation and data interpretation in a multidisciplinary team.