What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Lab Tech-Associate (Radiology) position at UT Health San Antonio?
Job Description
Under direct supervision, responsible for providing routine to moderately complex technical lab support for a research facility.
Schedule: May be subject to minimal weekend availability and some local travel.
Responsibilities
Collects, analyzes, and processes laboratory samples.
Performs a variety of tests, using both routine and special techniques and methods; collects, evaluates and interprets data.
Assists in report writing, maintains records of expenditures and tracks chemical and supply inventory.
Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
Performs routine library work, including finding literature and copying articles.
Prepares stock solutions, chemical reagents, and commonly used samples.
Qualifications
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Hands-on Lab Experience And Animal Handling Experience.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience
One (1) year of experience is required.
Education
High school diploma or GED is required.
Required Skills
One (1) year of experience is required.
About Us
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Under direct supervision, responsible for providing routine to moderately complex technical lab support for a research facility.
Schedule: May be subject to minimal weekend availability and some local travel.
Responsibilities
Collects, analyzes, and processes laboratory samples.
Performs a variety of tests, using both routine and special techniques and methods; collects, evaluates and interprets data.
Assists in report writing, maintains records of expenditures and tracks chemical and supply inventory.
Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
Performs routine library work, including finding literature and copying articles.
Prepares stock solutions, chemical reagents, and commonly used samples.
Qualifications
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Hands-on Lab Experience And Animal Handling Experience.
Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience
One (1) year of experience is required.
Education
High school diploma or GED is required.
Required Skills
One (1) year of experience is required.
About Us
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $40,000
