Virology & Immunology Research Associate II

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX, seeks a Research Associate II in Microbiology and Immunology. The role performs routine and non-routine experiments, maintains records, and supports lab operations under supervision. Preference is given to candidates with mammalian cell culture and virology experience.

The position may involve animal studies under approved protocols. The candidate will contribute to manuscript-ready data, maintain biosafety practices, and assist with equipment calibration and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent with 2 years of related experience or Master's degree with no experience required.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, virus stock production, virological/serological assays (e.g., plaque assay, TCID50, ELISA, PRNT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro virus culture and virology/serology assays.
• Assist with small animal studies to evaluate antiviral therapies and vaccines.
• Plan, coordinate and perform standard research experiments following technical instructions.

Skills

Animal care/handling

Biological assays

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Data analysis

Data tabulation

Equipment calibration

Technical writing

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 in Microbiology and Immunology. The role performs routine and non-routine experiments, maintains records, and supports lab operations under supervision. Preference is given to candidates with mammalian cell culture and virology experience.

The position may involve animal studies under approved protocols. The candidate will contribute to manuscript-ready data, maintain biosafety practices, and assist with equipment calibration and