Research Science Associate - College of Sciences, Chemistry

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job : 16362

Full/Part Time: Full Time

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As thethird-largest research university in Texas and a CarnegieR1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond.

UT San Antonio serves approximately
42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science,engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity,business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, You Tube or Linked In.

Salary Range: $33,000 annualized, commensurate with education and experience.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/13/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

The Research Science Associate I performs entry-level professional engineering and scientific research assignments related to a particular field of work. This role acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks. For this role, work is prescribed and completed with little autonomy. This position works with either close supervision or under clearly defined procedures. This role isentry level to a business support career progression.

This is a grant funded position, which may be shortened or extended based on available funding.

• High School Diploma, Vocational Training, or Apprenticeship ina related field.
• One (1) year of related work experience.
• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per TexasEO-GA-48.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
• Prior experimental experience in Synthetic Organic Chemistry.

• Clinical Trials Principles, Methodology, and Procedures
• Up to Date Knowledge
• Statistics
• Reporting

• Usual laboratory or office conditions. Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment or materials. Ability to travel toand from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the department.

• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push,pull or otherwise move objects.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability orgenetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affluent Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.