Research Associate II, Microbiology And Immunology (Galveston)

Research Associate II, Microbiology And Immunology (Galveston)

Galveston, Texas, United States

New

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2606686

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

or

• 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.

Compensation