What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate II, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science position at UTMB Health Careers?
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
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.
Preferred skills:
- 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
JOB SUMMARY:
Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and
experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
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.
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SKILLS:
Animal Science/Care Surgery
Biological Assays
Quantitative Analysis
Qualitative Analysis
Data Analysis
Tabulation of Data
Equipment Calibration
Technical Writing Experience
Standard Laboratory Equipment
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standard laboratory environment.
OTHER:
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification,
may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section
51.215, Texas Education Code.
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.
