Research Associate — Lab Operations & Mentoring

Conditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in Texas seeks a Research Associate to assist in faculty-led research, operate and maintain scientific instrumentation, and coordinate research activities within the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The role includes teaching and training students and research personnel, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting data integrity under faculty direction. Institutional funding supports ongoing research programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemistry/biology/pharmaceutical science field.
• At least two years of experience in a scientific research laboratory.
• MS preferred in related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in faculty-led research and coordinate research activities.
• Operate and maintain scientific instrumentation.
• Contribute to teaching and training of students and research personnel.
• Ensure compliance with research regulations and procedures.
• Troubleshoot experiments and support data integrity.
• Train and mentor students and research staff on equipment and lab practices.

Skills

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Data management

Communication skills

Lab safety

Cell culture

Time management

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Pharmaceutical Science

MS in Biology, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences (preferred)

Job description

University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in Texas seeks a Research Associate to assist in faculty-led research, operate and maintain scientific instrumentation, and coordinate research activities within the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The role includes teaching and training students and research personnel, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting data integrity under faculty direction. Institutional funding supports ongoing research programs.