Research Associate II, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science

Research Academic & Clinical

UTMB Health

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.

Job Description:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.