Translational Neuroscience Research Associate II

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

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.