Research Associate II, Otolaryngology; Onsite

Position: Research Associate II, Otolaryngology (Onsite) - No Experience Required
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:

Background in auditory research and/or virology; experience in bioinformatics; with a history similar but not directly related

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

Salary Range:
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.

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.

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