Research Associate II, Microbiology And Immunology (Galveston)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX seeks a Research Associate II to support in vitro virus culture, serology assays, and small animal studies for antiviral therapies and vaccines. The role involves routine and non-routine experiments, lab maintenance, and preparation of biological assays.

You will follow general technical instructions, keep rigorous records, assist in data analysis, and ensure biosafety and compliance in the lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

Responsibilities

• The successful applicant will conduct in vitro virus culture, virology/serology assays, and assist with small animal studies to evaluate antiviral therapies and vaccines.
• Under supervision, perform routine and non-routine research assignments of moderate complexity.
• Plan, coordinate, set up and conduct standard experiments following general technical instructions.
• Prepare biological assays and conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Modify research procedures as directed by the Principal Investigator.
• Maintain records of tests and data and provide preliminary analysis.
• Assist in data compilation and final analysis.
• Ensure proper assembly, calibration, operation and modification of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain lab safety and compliance for animal and environmental protocols.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Perform literature searches and assist PI as needed.
• May mentor junior staff.
• Adhere to department controls and perform related duties.

Skills

Animal Science/Care Surgery

Biological Assays

Quantitative Analysis

Qualitative Analysis

Data Analysis

Tabulation of Data

Equipment Calibration

Technical Writing Experience

Standard Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
• Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with mammalian cell culture, virus stock production and virological or serological assays (e.g. plaque assay, TCID50 assay, ELISA, PRNT), and/or hands-on experience with small animal models including administration of materials, collection of biosamples, and animal colony management is preferred.

Job Summary

Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

Job Duties

• The successful applicant for this position will conduct in vitro virus culture, virology/serology assays, and assist with small animal studies to evaluate effectiveness of novel antiviral therapies and vaccines.
• Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments of moderate complexity.
• Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments following general technical instructions.
• Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary analysis of results.
• Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.
• Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
• Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.
• Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
• May provide guidance to junior research staff.
• Adheres to internal controls established for department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

• Animal Science/Care Surgery
• Biological Assays
• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Tabulation of Data
• Equipment Calibration
• Technical Writing Experience
• Standard Laboratory Equipment

Working Environment

Standard laboratory environment. Possibility for future work at biosafety level (BSL) 3 and BSL-4 after appropriate training.

Other

Must be able to meet the medical and/or vaccination requirements for work in biocontainment facilities and with Tier 1 select agents. Must meet all State and Federal requirements necessary for DOJ clearance to access select agent areas.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0609 - Keiller Bldg

Job

Research Academic & ClinicalRegular

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Nov 5, 2026, 1:52:02 PM