Research Associate I, Microbiology And Immunology (Galveston)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX seeks a Research Associate I to perform standardized laboratory assignments and experiments. The position supports virology and cell culture work within a standard laboratory environment.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent, with preferred experience in mammalian cell cultures, plaque and neutralization assays, ELISAs, and BSL-3/4 settings. DOJ clearance is ideal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.
• Experience with mammalian cell cultures and virology assays is highly preferred.
• Experience with viruses in BSL-3 or BSL-4 and DOJ clearance is preferred.

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.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Biological Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

Tabulation of Data

Equipment Calibration

Standard Laboratory Equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.
• 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).

Job Description

Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

Job Duties

• 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.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

• Biological Analysis
• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Tabulation of Data
• Equipment Calibration
• Standard Laboratory Equipment

Working Environment

Standard laboratory environment.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0610 - GNL Bldg

Job

Research Academic & ClinicalRegular

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2026, 1:25:31 PM