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UTMB Health Research Associate I, Center Addiction Science Therapeutics in Galveston, Texas
Research Associate I, Center Addiction Science Therapeutics
Galveston, Texas, United States
Research Academic & Clinical
UTMB Health
Requisition # 2401864
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.
Job Description
Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.
Job Duties:
Under direct supervision, the Research Associate performs standard research assignments involving cellular signaling assays and the testing of novel compounds using in vitro pharmacology methods.
Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
Prepares cells, biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analyses.
Maintains organized records of all tests performed and all data collected.
Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analyses of results.
Calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
Adheres to internal controls established for the laboratory and pharmacological assays.
Works closely with a senior scientist and the laboratory director to perform all experiments.
Performs related duties on additional projects as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences or Chemistry or an equivalent STEM field is required. Prior experience of 1+ years in a research laboratory is preferred; however, the candidate will be trained and no prior experience is required.
Required Skills:
Biological analysis of cellular signaling and the pharmacological responses to test compounds in cellular assays
Quantitative analysis of drug receptor interactions
Analysis and tabulation of experimental data
Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and micropipetting.
Preferred Skills:
A background in Chemistry or Biochemistry is preferred for this position
The ability to effectively work together as part of a research team is highly desired
Basic computer skills including the use of Graphpad Prism, MS Excel and familiarity with basic computational analyses is preferred
Salary Range:
$39,120-$45,000; Commensurate with Experience
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Equal Employment Opportunity
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