Research Assistant-Senior

Under minimal supervision, works in basic science research laboratory, operates lab equipment, performs experimental procedures, collects and summarizes research data. Responsibilities include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research.

• Assists in conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of high complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data.
• Assists investigator or higher level technician with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set‑up and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs database queries of historical data and organization of data into spreadsheet for use in research studies.
• Supervises other Research Assistants by maintaining an orderly and efficient research environment.
• Assists in the inventory of all reagents, supplies, and other materials in the research area.
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipment.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
• Ability to monitor important and complex projects concurrently within a research environment or laboratory schedule.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, to include writing and preparing memorandums, letters, and other official correspondence.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes/other email software.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in a basic science or related field is required.

• Two (2) years experience is required.

• Job Identification 5482
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 12/18/2025, 06:03 PM
• Apply Before 01/19/2026, 06:03 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift 8am-5pm Mon-Fri
• Locations  Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Organization M1514 - Medicine
  -Renal Diseases, M1500 - Medicine, M1000 - Dean Medical School, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center
• Department M1514 - Medicine
  -Renal Diseases