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UTMB Health Research Associate II - Pharmacology in Galveston, Texas

Research Associate II - Pharmacology

Galveston, Texas, United States

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2403837

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.

Job Summary:

Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Organic chemistry/medicinal chemistry background is preferred.

  • Basic hands-on experience performing chemical reactions and characterization of organic compounds is preferred.

Job Duties:

  • 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 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.

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 VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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