Research Associate II, Translational Neuroscience (Galveston)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX seeks a Research Associate II to perform a range of routine and non-routine experiments and assist in lab maintenance. The role supports the Principal Investigator with planning, setup, data collection and initial analysis in a dynamic research environment.

The candidate will handle biological assays, maintain records, and contribute to data interpretation while ensuring compliance with safety and animal/environmental guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's with related biology experience may be required.
• Experience with routine and non-routine lab assays and data collection.
• Record keeping and adherence to safety guidelines are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine research tasks of moderate complexity.
• Plan, coordinate, set up and conduct standard experiments following instructions.
• Prepare biological assays and perform quantitative and qualitative analyses.
• Modify procedures as directed by the Principal Investigator.
• Maintain test records and provide preliminary data analyses.
• Assist in data tabulation and final data interpretation.

Skills

Animal care

Biological assays

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Data analysis

Data tabulation

Equipment calibration

Technical writing

Lab equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent

Master's degree in basic science or equivalent

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

• Primary microglial cell culture experience with basic molecular assays (nitrites/ELISA/confocal microscopy)
• Peptide bioelectrochemistry and electron transfer using devices including cell compatible TEER, wireless cyclic voltammetry, computational chemistry, and single photon spectroscopy methods. Understanding of wireless devices capable of measuring radical and electro chemistry in cells is a bonus.
• Holotomography imaging, mitochondrial segmentation, analysis of live microglial/astrocyte cells with reactive nitrogen/oxygen species signalling. FLIR and FLIM are a bonus.
• Engineering principles in multi-order differential equation mapping of amino acid chemistry damage. Spatial mapping is a bonus.

Job Description

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

Job Duties

• 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.

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

0642 - Research Bldg. 17

Job Level

Day Shift

Employee Status

Non-Manager