Research Associate II, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (Galveston)

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.

 

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 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.

 

 

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Job Details
Primary Location: United States-Texas-Galveston
Work Locations: 1058 - Medical Research Bldg, 301 University Blvd., Medical Research Building, rm 9.134, Galveston, 77555-1058
Job: Research Academic & Clinical
Organization: UTMB Health, Regular
Shift: Standard
Employee Status: Non-Manager
Job Level: Day Shift
Job Posting: Oct 8, 2026, 4:06:51 PM