Research Associate II, Psychiatry​/Behavioral Science

Research Associate II, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science

** Galveston, Texas, United States*
* ** New*
* Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2601236

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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* 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.

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* Job Description:

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* Performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

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* Job Duties:

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* + 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.

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* SKILLS:

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* + Animal Science/Care Surgery

+ Biological Assays

+ Quantitative Analysis

+ Qualitative Analysis

** Data Analysis*
* + Tabulation of Data

+ Equipment Calibration

+ Technical Writing Experience

+ Standard Laboratory Equipment

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Written and Spoken proficiency in Spanish.

+ Experience in Behavioral Science or research or related field.

+ Experience working with ethnically/culturally diverse groups.

+ Function well as part of a team.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness/ability to engage openly and effectively with youth.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Ability to deliver prolonged speaking engagements, effective presentations and training seminars for various learner levels.

+ Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environment.

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

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