RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I (Open Rank)

Number of Vacancies 1 Location Brownsville, Texas Department School of Medicine / PCCISU Human Genetics & STDOI FTE 1.
0 FLSA Non-Exempt Scope of Job Under the moderate supervision and with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs biomedical research involving laboratory opossums and using a variety of molecular, biochemical, and immunological methods to assess genetic characteristics and physiological status.
May supervise the work of others.
Description of Duties • Assist with planning research projects and formulating research objectives, programs, and priorities.
• Conducts technical procedures with laboratory animals, including surgery, collection and culture of embryos, and collection of blood and tissue samples.
• Prepares and conducts assays on biological samples, and maintains records of samples and results.
• Collects, compiles, and analyzes research data and conducts analyses.
• Prepares, collects, evaluates, and verifies samples and supporting records for experiments.
• Uses statistical methods and relational databases to analyze data sets.
• Authors or edits technical reports and summaries of findings.
• Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects.
• May assist in designing and creating computer programs for research applications.
• Operates high level, sophisticated laboratory equipment and automated systems.
•May train users on the operation and data management of research equipment.
• Maintains inventory of research related material.
• Complies with all State and University policies.
• Other duties may be assigned.
Supervision Received Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given May carry out limited responsibilities in accordance with the project objectives, policies and applicable laws guidance for student employees.
Required Education Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or biochemistry from an accredited University or an applicable discipline.
Preferred Education N/A Licenses/Certifications None.
Required Experience No minimum experience required.
Preferred Experience N/A Equipment Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods and their application to research analysis, of measurement, testing, and evaluation, and of research methods, principles, techniques, and philosophies.
Skilled in conducting qualitative and quantitative research and in using computers, software, and statistical tools and programs.
Ability to plan, organize, and oversee research projects, evaluate research data, ensure the development of measuring instruments with respect to reliability, relevance, and validity, interpret and publish research findings, and communicate effectively.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
This position is designed for full-time employees.
May work some evenings and/or weekends.
Physical Capabilities Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 02/05/2024 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment.
We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
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Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .