REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.
JOB SUMMARY:Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:Job Duties:
- Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.
- Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
- Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
- Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
- Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
- Adheres to internal controls established for department.
- Performs related duties as required
Skills:
- Biological Analysis
- Quantitative Analysis
- Qualitative Analysis
- Tabulation of Data
- Equipment Calibration
- Standard Laboratory Equipment
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Standard laboratory environmentOTHER:Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification,may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section51.215, Texas Education Code.Salary Range:Commensurate with experience Min $39,120, Mid $48,900Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB 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.