Research Associate II (Neurosurgery - Galveston)

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
   

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience $46,400 - 58,000
 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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