Research Associate II
Research associate job at University of Houston
Works under the direction of a faculty member. Provides expertise in the design, operation and analysis of experiments or research projects in areas such as chemistry, biology, psychology, sociology, mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, optometry, all fields of engineering, etc. May prepare samples for testing. Performs advanced testing procedures and performs analyses of data. Prepares reports. Makes uses of a variety of specialized equipment typical within area of specialization. May contribute to grant proposal development.
1. Ensures experiments or research efforts are performed according to specifications.
2. May make recommendations to changes in procedures, processes, or experimental design.
3. May prepare and/or edit research papers, proposals and reports.
4. Possesses, understands, and applies an advanced knowledge crossing fields of specialization to develop unique and new approaches or ideas.
5. Understands and uses effective management techniques.
6. Designs, operates and analyzes multiple large and/or complex experiments or research projects.
7. Reviews progress of projects. May serve as liaison with other areas of specialization to obtain support or technical expertise for projects.
8. Defines procedures or processes to be used in the research investigations.
9. May personally conduct important and/or technically complex investigations.
10. Operates with wide latitude for unreviewed action subject only to institutional policies and guidelines and ethical considerations.
11. Provides direction and supervision of graduate and undergraduate research assistants involved in experiments or research.
MQ: Ph.D. Degree with 3 years of experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
HSC Research Associate
El Paso, TX jobs
Performs specialized work in the planning, conducting and/or supervising of original research at TTUHSC EP. Responsible for participating in, planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Performs scientific research
Assists with training and direction of graduate students and volunteers
Assists with data analysis, the preparation of manuscripts and posters
Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of lab and lab equipment; including ordering supplies and certification of receipt in appropriate university systems
Presents data at lab meeting and possibly regional and national meetings
Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.)
Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP's values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement and Teamwork). Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution
Performs all other duties as assigned
Experience in a research laboratory, either through employment or academic study.
Proficiency in molecular biology assays.
Willingness to work with infectious agents under Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) precautions.
Experience conducting experiments with small animals in compliance with IACUC policies and procedures.
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Master's degree or specialized academic training beyond the Bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a Master's degree.
Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: **************************************************
HSC Research Associate
El Paso, TX jobs
Performs specialized work in the planning, conducting and/or supervising of original research at TTUHSC EP. Responsible for participating in, planning, scheduling and/or supervising research projects and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Requisition ID
42126BR
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions
* Performs scientific research
* Assists with training and direction of graduate students and volunteers
* Assists with data analysis, the preparation of manuscripts and posters
* Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of lab and lab equipment; including ordering supplies and certification of receipt in appropriate university systems
* Presents data at lab meeting and possibly regional and national meetings
* Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
* Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.)
* Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP's values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement and Teamwork). Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution
* Performs all other duties as assigned
Grant Funded?
Yes
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
El Paso
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in a research laboratory, either through employment or academic study.
* Proficiency in molecular biology assays.
* Willingness to work with infectious agents under Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) precautions.
* Experience conducting experiments with small animals in compliance with IACUC policies and procedures.
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Molecular and Trans Medicine
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Research Staff
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Required Qualifications
* Master's degree or specialized academic training beyond the Bachelor's level in a particular field of science or engineering equivalent to a Master's degree.
* Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Yes
Are select agents used in this laboratory?
Yes
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: **************************************************
Research Program Associate I
College Station, TX jobs
Job Title
Research Program Associate I
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Biology
Proposed Minimum Salary
$15.85 hourly
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here's a Glimpse of the Job
Our Biology department is seeking a Research Program Associate I to support Dr. Farhy's lab and to play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of our research lab. Working under general supervision, this position contributes to a wide range of essential tasks including animal care, reagent preparation, and hands-on assistance with student training. In this role, you will also helps execute experiments that generate critical data for grant submissions and scientific publications. With responsibilities tailored to the specific research focus, this role offers a unique opportunity to be an integral part of the research!
Opportunities to Contribute
Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating of experiments in support of various research projects.
Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.
Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
Evaluates and summarizes results.
Select and arrange meeting facilities and equipment for meetings and special events associated with research projects.
General lab duties, purchasing, autoclave, animal maintenance.
Maintaining an accurate laboratory notebook, writing manuscripts, contributing to grant proposal, presenting findings.
Training new personnel on lab procedures. Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
Rate: $15.85 an hour
Please Note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Qualifications
High school graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of experience in a research lab or office setting (undergraduate research acceptable).
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's in biology or related area
Experience with rodent models, cell culture, cryostat and histology
Knowledge of cell culture techniques
Knowledge of rodent husbandry and handling
Cryostat work expertise
Knowledge of rodent brain tissue dissection
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
What you need to do:
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume'/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cutting-edge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us at **************************
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyAssistant/Associate Professor, Quantitative Research
Houston, TX jobs
The College of Education at the University of Houston Clear Lake seeks qualified applicants for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position is dedicated to teaching and research at the masters and doctoral levels, with a specialization in quantitative or mixed methods research methods. The ideal candidate will hold an earned doctoral degree in quantitative, mixed methods, or research methodology (or a closely related field), and demonstrate a strong record for rigorous scholarship and effective, student-centered teaching.
Duties:
* Teach master's and doctoral courses with a focus on research methods, and in particular quantitative methodologies.
* Mentor and advise graduate students on their research, providing guidance and support in developing original scholarly work in the Educational Leadership and Curriculum and Instruction doctoral programs.
* Contribute actively to curriculum design and program enhancement, ensuring alignment with a broad representation of current research, and industry trends.
* Conduct and publish high-quality research in reputable academic journals and present findings at conferences, contributing to the field's knowledge base.
* Engage in service activities within the department, college, university, and professional organizations.
Qualifications
Required:
* An earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) with advanced training in quantitative methods and statistical analysis and or mixed methods.
* Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential for external funding commensurate with rank.
* Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring graduate students at both masters and doctoral levels, with a strong commitment to innovative pedagogy, student engagement, and academic rigor.
* Experience with advanced statistical methods (e.g., multilevel modeling, SEM, longitudinal analysis) and proficiency with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS, Mplus).
Preferred:
* Experience developing and managing hybrid teaching formats and learning management systems.
* Demonstrated experience conducting and/or teaching mixed methods research, including integration of qualitative and quantitative approaches in research design, analysis, and dissemination.
Required Attachments by Candidate: 1) Curriculum Vitae, 2) a Letter of Application that addresses the required and preferred qualifications and highlights teaching philosophy and experience, 3) unofficial graduate transcripts, and 4) three letters of reference.
Note: Please combine all supporting documents into one file for attachment to your application. Official transcripts will be required for the finalists who are invited for on-campus interviews and a background check is required. Position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship. For any questions on this posting, please contact ***********************.
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.
Easy ApplyResearch Assistant
College Station, TX jobs
Job Title
Research Assistant
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Psychology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here's a Glimpse of the Job
The Research Assistant will lead outreach, coordination, training, and data collection efforts for an NIH-funded, multi-site clinical trial evaluating a resilience training program for first responders. This position involves direct engagement with fire departments and agencies across the state, delivering assessments and training modules in operational environments. The role contributes to high-impact field research aimed at improving mental health and wellness outcomes for firefighters, offering hands-on experience in field-based research, training delivery, data management, and cross-agency collaboration, as well as exposure to multi-site clinical trial operations.
Opportunities to Contribute
Coordinates statewide scheduling and logistics for field visits, ensuring positive engagement with fire departments and first responder units.
Assists in delivering training and intervention programs tailored to the needs of first responders.
Maintains fidelity to training and assessment protocols.
Administers standardized assessments and oversees accurate collection, entry, cleaning, and secure storage of study data from field visits.
Conducts statistical analyses for manuscripts, presentations, and reports while ensuring data integrity and compliance with study protocols and confidentiality standards.
Oversees daily study operations and facilitates collaboration across multi-site teams to ensure adherence to timelines and deliverables.
Leads weekly research meetings and provides supervision, training, and mentorship to volunteer research assistants and staff.
Prepares and manages IRB applications, amendments, annual renewals, and regulatory correspondence to ensure consistency across study sites.
Ensures full compliance with NIH, University, and IRB guidelines for ethical research conduct and regulatory standards.
Travels independently to field sites and manages purchasing, supply tracking, and administrative documentation to support project operations.
Qualifications
B.S. in Psychology or closely related field.
A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
Experience as a volunteer or career first responder of military service member.
Experience working with first responders or in community-based settings.
Experience with trauma-informed research, practice, and/or behavioral health assessments.
Available for frequent in-state travel and flexible work hours.
Experience using REDCap (or related software) for data entry, management, and reporting.
Experience preparing, submitting, and maintaining IRB applications and regulatory documentation.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Strong initiative and problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving project needs.
Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.
Proficiency with data management and reporting platforms.
Management of data and communications with attention to detail and accuracy.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume'/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization:
Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience
Clinical Psychology
Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Social & Personality Psychology
In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Science's 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. To learn more please visit our site at ***************************************************************
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyResearch Assistant
College Station, TX jobs
Job Title
Research Assistant
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Psychology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here's a Glimpse of the Job
The Research Assistant will oversee the coordination and data collection processes for a multi-site randomized clinical trial focused on treatment evaluation for co-occurring posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). This role is central to ensuring high-quality implementation of study procedures, effective team collaboration, and successful research outcomes. This position offers numerous opportunities for professional development, including manuscript preparation, conference presentations, participation in multidisciplinary training sessions, and collaboration with leading experts in PTSD and substance use research.
Opportunities to Contribute
Conducts structured clinical interviews and administers standardized assessments for PTSD, alcohol use, and related conditions, ensuring adherence to study protocols and thorough documentation of findings.
Manage participant recruitment, eligibility tracking, and scheduling of assessments, ensuring smooth coordination and accurate documentation throughout the study.
Develops engagement strategies and serves as the primary contact for participants, addressing concerns and logistics to maximize retention and study adherence.
Oversee data collection, entry, cleaning, and secure storage across multiple research projects, ensuring compliance with protocols and confidentiality standards.
Conducts statistical analyses and prepares datasets for manuscripts, presentations, collaborative projects, and grant submissions.
Oversees daily study operations, coordinates lab meetings, and ensures effective communication and workflow across team members under the supervision of Dr. Vujanovic.
Provides supervision and mentorship to research staff, facilitates multi-site collaboration, and ensures adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
Prepares and manages IRB submissions, amendments, and reviews, ensuring compliance with NIH, University, and IRB guidelines for ethical research conduct.
Oversees regulatory correspondence, purchasing, supply tracking, and administrative documentation to support consistent and efficient project operations.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field.
A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
At least one year of part-time or full-time research experience involving traumatic stress, substance use, suicidality, and other closely related critical conditions.
Experience using REDCap (or related software) for data entry, management, and reporting.
Proficiency in statistical software for data management and analysis.
Experience preparing, submitting, and maintaining IRB applications and regulatory documentation.
Experience conducting clinical and diagnostic interviews.
Ability to lift/carry classroom and presentation materials with assistance.
Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines.
Proficiency with data management and reporting platforms.
Familiarity with online data collection.
Management of data communications with attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong initiative and problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to evolving project needs.
Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multiple disciplinary research team.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
What you need to do:
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume'/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization:
Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience
Clinical Psychology
Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Social & Personality Psychology
In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Science's 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. To learn more please visit our site at ***************************************************************
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyTenured: Professor/Associate Professor & Associate Dean for Research
Bryan, TX jobs
The Texas A&M University College of Nursing seeks to fill a full-time tenured (Tenure Review Upon Hire) faculty position with an 11-month appointment and an anticipated start date of August 2026. Applicants will be considered for hte faculty titles of Associate Professor or Professor. The position will include an administrative appointment as Associate Dean for Research (ADR). We have engaged an executive search firm to conduct a national search for an energetic and innovative academic and executive leader to serve in this position. The Associate Dean for Research will be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of a comprehensive research program for the college, ensuring mission integration across the College of Nursing, Texas A&M Health, and Texas A&M University. The Associate Dean for Research is also responsible for increasing the research productivity across tenured/tenure track and clinical faculty, pre- and post-doctoral scholars, and is administratively responsible for managing the resources of the Office of Nursing Research. The Associate Dean for Research must be eligible for a tenured appointment as associate professor, but preferably full professor and is expected to maintain an active externally funded research program as a principal investigator.
Texas A&M ranks 13th among US public institutions in total research expenditures ($1.278 B in 2023) and is designated as one of only 71 members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), an association of leading public and private research universities in the United States and Canada. Texas A&M is one of only 24 institutions in the nation to hold the triple designation as a land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant university.
The Texas A&M University Health Science Center is one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation. The Health Science Center includes five academic colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health, transformative education, innovative research, and team-based health care delivery. The College of Nursing is one of five health professions colleges within the Health Science Center. Its mission is to educate today's professional nurses and tomorrow's leaders who will transform health and health systems through innovative nursing research and its translation into practice. The College of Nursing is in the process of hiring five new tenured/tenure-track faculty to advance the college's research enterprise.
Who we are seeking: We are looking for an Associate Dean for Research who subscribes to and supports our commitments to the mission, vision, and core values of the greater university, the Health Science Center, and the College of Nursing. The Associate Dean for Research holds a senior leadership role tasked with promoting and expanding the college's research initiatives. This position involves guiding and nurturing emerging nurse scientists, fostering collaborative relationships with researchers across the university and beyond, and enhancing the college's reputation for academic excellence and innovative research. The Associate Dean for Research is a vital member of the executive leadership team, leading the Office of Nursing Research and facilitating programs of research and scholarly productivity among faculty and students. The Associate Dean for Research may also serve as the leader for a future PhD program that is in development. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of research and academic experience to the position. The College of Nursing is building research strengths and capacity in health promotion and innovation, population health, forensics, and health care management.
The primary position description is administrative, with 50% effort dedicated to the administrative role and service. The remaining 50% effort is dedicated to research with some teaching responsibilities.
The College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional, Second degree, and RN to BSN), MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN-Nursing Education, MSN-Forensic Nursing, DNP, graduate certificate in Forensic Health Care and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner post-graduate certificate. Future plans include a PhD program and additional graduate and post-graduate certificate programs. We are a growing college within Texas A&M University with programs located in Bryan, Texas (primary location), Round Rock, Texas and a new campus location in McAllen is planned for Spring 2026.
Administrative Appointment Duties, Responsibilities and Associated Service
Texas A&M University and Health Science Center
Represents the College of Nursing at the University and Health Science Center level in the area of research and scholarship priorities, collaboration, and scholarly development of faculty and students.
Serves as the research leader for the College of Nursing with an annual plan for research growth and key performance indicators that are aligned with the University, Health Science Center and College of Nursing strategic plans.
College of Nursing
Provides visionary and strategic direction for high-impact research and scholarly activities.
Facilitates and stimulates funding and implementation of research.
Accountable for developing, implementing, and evaluating the strategic research and scholarship goals of the College of Nursing.
Provides leadership in the research and scholarly missions.
Participates in the business of the college as specified in the College of Nursing bylaws.
Serves on the College of Nursing Executive Leadership Team (Deans Council).
Collaborates with the Dean and Deans Council on program planning, implementation and evaluation.
Develops faculty scholarship and mentorship plans and start-up packages.
Programs of Research
Administration
Planning, Organizing, and Evaluating
Facilitates the establishment of immediate and long-range goals for research and scholarly activities with faculty in collaboration with respective supervisors.
Allocates responsibility to faculty and research staff for achieving and documenting research and scholarly outcomes.
Directing and Coordinating
Guides the faculty in research program development and implementation.
Leads the faculty in facilitating research to establish and achieve a dynamic research vision.
Mentors tenure-track faculty in developing sustainable programs of research.
Monitors and develops research productivity among faculty and students in the College of Nursing.
Oversees all research activities in the College of Nursing, including documentation and reporting of faculty and student research productivity.
Facilitates programs of research and scholarly productivity that lead to quantifiable improvements in College of Nursing outcomes.
Demonstrates a deep knowledge of the federal and state research funding agencies and engages these agencies in coordination with the University and System Offices of Government Relations.
Oversees records of all extramural and intramural grant and contract activity within the College of Nursing.
Supervises a Research Office Director.
Serves as the Deans Council Liaison to the College of Nursing Research Committee.
Budgeting and Staffing
Proposes and prioritizes budgetary needs related to research productivity in the College of Nursing.
Extramural Funding
Collaborates with faculty, staff, and interdisciplinary colleagues to develop grant, contract, and scholarship proposals relevant to the strategic plan goals.
Collaborates with the Dean and other University personnel in development-related fundraising initiatives that are aligned with the College strategic plan.
Public Relations
Collaborates with College and University personnel in publicizing and disseminating the research and scholarly accomplishments of faculty, professional staff, students, and alumni.
Collaborates with the Dean, the Texas A&M Alumni Association, and the Texas A&M Foundation in building and maintaining alumni relationships.
Communicates research related activities to the external public through appropriate channels.
Research/ Scholarship Leadership
Facilitates research and scholarly development of faculty and staff.
Promotes faculty development that enhance faculty promotion and tenure.
Collaborates with respective faculty supervisors to provide input on evaluation of research and scholarship outcomes as part of the annual faculty evaluation process.
Maintains a program of research and scholarship productivity and professional stature
Reports to the Dean, College of Nursing, and assumes other responsibilities as directed by the Dean.
Faculty Duties and Responsibilities
Research, teaching/advising, and general service include contributing to related graduate program instruction, advising students in research, serving on assigned committees, and engaging in scholarly activities.
Required Education:
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or other research-focused doctoral degree (e.g., D.Sc., Ed.D. [if research-oriented], or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Degree must include substantial original research and completion of a dissertation or thesis.
Preferred Education:
Academic degrees granted from more than one degree-granting institution. Bachelor's degree in nursing (unless prepared as a Master's entry Registered Nurse). Master's degree in nursing or related field. Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing. Completion of post-doctoral education.
Required Experience:
Eight years of related professional experience. Must be eligible for a tenured appointment at the associate or full professor academic rank. Evidence of progressive scholarly achievements including data-based publications and a program of extramurally funded research, and national recognition as a leader in the field. Record of progressive leadership and development within a health-related academic and/or research environment. Demonstrated excellence in graduate-level teaching and mentorship. Prior experience establishing collaborative partnerships with other disciplines, health care agencies, or industry. Experience mentoring faculty in building productive programs of research and scholarship. Experience with research program development, implementation, and evaluation. Evidence of sustained scholarly productivity, including extramurally funded research, refereed publications and scholarly presentations in a focused area of scholarship. Service and leadership in nursing or health-related organizations and associations.
Preferred Experience:
Prior leadership experience in nursing, research, nursing education, or health care. Evidence of practice, teaching, or research recognition and excellence through certification, awards, or advanced professional education related to research. History of extramurally funded research program (R-level). Teaching experience in more than one nursing program at the graduate level. Service to the profession and community. Administrative experience in directing activities and evaluating job performance. Service as a grant reviewer.
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrates leadership competencies. Demonstrates ability to collaborate and lead transdisciplinary and interprofessional groups. Manifests qualities of integrity, professional character, sincerity, honesty, emotional stability, creativity, and discriminating judgment. Exhibits breadth of interest in people, the profession, and in cultural, social, and civic affairs. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
None.
Preferred Licenses and Certifications:
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.
Research Associate II (Neurosurgery - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities. * 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
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.
Compensation
Research Specialist I
College Station, TX jobs
Job Title Research Specialist I Agency Texas A&M University Department Texas Real Estate Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who We Are
The Texas Real Estate Research Center was founded in 1971 by an act of the Texas Legislature. The Center's enabling legislation defines a broad mandate to "conduct studies in all areas related directly or indirectly to real estate and/or urban or rural economics." In addition to research programs in residential, commercial, and rural land economics, the Center maintains administrative, data, and communications teams to support its research agenda. Please learn more at ******************
What We Want
We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Research Specialist I with a strong foundation in economics, real estate, or a related field to support applied research on Texas residential markets. The ideal candidate will have experience collecting and analyzing economic data, proficiency in statistical tools like R or Python, and the ability to communicate findings clearly through written and visual formats. We value initiative, collaboration, and a commitment to high standards in research and data integrity.
Under the direction and supervision of research economists, the Research Specialist I completes research work including: collecting qualitative and quantitative economic data from internet, internal databases, or through interviews or document research. Organizes and processes data for analysis. Completes analysis and drafts written and graphical results for reports and presentations. Provides support to research economists and other Center staff off site at events or in conducting field research. Day-to-day work may include other administrative and office duties.
What You Need to Know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire's experience.
A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in economics, real estate, statistics or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Four years of related professional experience conducting applied economic or market analysis.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Proficiency in one or more statistical/research languages: R, Python, STATA, etc. for organizing data, statistical analysis, and plotting.
* Experience analyzing and charting standard economic and financial data (BLS, BEA, Census Bureau, Federal Reserve).
* Efficient user of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
* Ability to contribute to multiple research projects weekly and work with senior researchers or student workers.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree in real estate, economics or relevant discipline.
* Work in an applied research setting (industry or government.)
* Applied knowledge of spatial analysis software: ESRI, QGIS, etc.
* Knowledge of residential single family and multifamily housing market metrics and dynamics.
Responsibilities
* Conduct research- Assist senior researchers with assigned projects regarding Texas real-estate markets and economics with a focus on residential assets. Monitor relevant literature and methodology trends for assigned topics. Develop primary and secondary data sets through online access, surveys, focus groups, or archival document review. Organize, code, transform, and summarize qualitative and quantitative market, household and business data according to appropriate research design methods. Standardize and automate data updates, processing, analysis and reporting. Draft and maintain documentation on acquisition, development, analysis and reporting methods. Maintain high ethics and integrity of data management. Review and synthesize relevant literature topics. Collaborate with other researchers as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.
* Research analysis and content development- Apply and synthesize results from multiple techniques to identify key constructs and analyze relationships in real estate markets such as: visualization and exploratory methods, case studies, quasi-experiments, trend and timeseries models, cross-section or panel methods, and spatial analysis. Summarize findings for review by senior researchers and revise drafts for written, tabular, and graphical materials for publication. Maintain high standards in research analysis.
Other Requirements and Factors
* This position is security sensitive
* This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
* All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
* Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
* Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyResearch Specialist - Levels I-III
Bryan, TX jobs
Job Title
Research Specialist - Levels I-III
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Primary Care & Rural Medicine
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Glimpse of the job
The Research Specialist, under general direction, provides research expertise by assisting investigators within the Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine Department of Primary Care and Rural Medicine with the grant reporting, management of research projects, and execution of dissemination products. Supports the Integrated Behavioral Health Program and the Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency Program, which conduct collaborative clinical and educational research projects.
What you need to know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Schedule: May have to work on the weekends and/or after normal hours.
Travel: May travel as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Research Specialist I: Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience AND four years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
Research Specialist II: Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience AND six years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
Research Specialist III: Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience AND eight years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
Preferred Qualifications: Federal grant reporting and submissions, behavioral health research experience, medical education research experience, clinical intervention research experience, institutional review board experience, peer reviewed publications, data analysis
Some of the Responsibilities Include:
Data Analysis and Testing:
Assists investigators with meeting all grant reporting requirements.
Assists investigators with the planning and implementation of research projects
including data collection.
Compiles, analyzes, interprets, and reviews data analyses plans.
Provides research expertise.
Reviews, audits, and maintains data collection including institutional review board
maintenance for all projects.
Collects qualitative and quantitative data and conducts statistical analyses.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary clinical, educational, and research teams
Performs quality improvement initiatives including continuous quality improvement
Research Publications:
Utilizes summarized results in scientific and/or clientele-oriented presentations and
publications.
Prepares and writes proposals to funding agencies and maintains financial accounts
related to research projects.
Develops and maintains research protocols.
Training:
Trains undergraduate students, graduate students, medical students, medical
residents, and other staff involved in research.
Oversees research trainees execution of research projects. .
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Auto-ApplyResearch Associate III (Pedi CEIID Research - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 5 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and 3 years of related experience required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive research background in RNA biology, virology, and molecular biology. Familiar with the primary cell cultures including human stem cell differentiation to destinated cells and organoid. The group is particularly interested in candidates with research background on virus infection as a risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases.
JOB SUMMARY:
Research Associate III conducts variety of non-routine research assignments and experiments.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
* Conducting routine and advanced research tasks such as virus titer assays, ELISA, RNA extraction, qRT-PCR, and 3D tissue culture.
* Planning, coordinating, setting up, and performing standard research experiments using clinical samples.
* Plans, coordinates and directs moderately complex research experiments following general technical procedures.
* Establishes and oversees quality control measures for assigned project operations.
* Makes modification to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
* Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.
* Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.
* Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.
* Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
* Makes minor modifications and repairs to equipment as necessary.
* Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
* Oversees lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
* 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
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standard laboratory environment.
Salary Range: Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
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.
Compensation
Research Associate I (Neurosurgery - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments. * Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations. * Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
* Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
* Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
* Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
* Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
* Adheres to internal controls established for department.
* Performs related duties as required
Skills:
* Biological Analysis
* Quantitative Analysis
* Qualitative Analysis
* Tabulation of Data
* Equipment Calibration
* Standard Laboratory Equipment
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.
Compensation
Biocontainment Research Associate II (Animal Resource Center-Service Department - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or related field and no experience required. Preferred: Licensed Vet Tech (and/or bachelor's degree in basic science) with ABSL-3 and/or ABSL-4 experience.
Job Description:
Conducts variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and experiments in a high containment facility including Biosafety Levels 3 or 4.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
* Team lead for technical staff and coordinate teamwork load for maximum effectiveness.
* Provides and oversees daily husbandry care, including feeding, sanitation, and enrichment for multiple small and large species in a high-containment environment
* Ensure all federal, state, and local regulatory statutes, including facility SOPs, are followed regarding human-animal care and use.
* Assist in developing and providing training for any special techniques necessary to support the research program and mission.
* Performs veterinary technical services such as tissue sampling, blood draws, anesthesia, and injections on multiple laboratory animal species per protocol.
* Assists principal investigator(s) and/or veterinarian(s) in preparation and conduct of technical/surgical procedure(s) in a high containment environment.
* Maintains knowledge of biohazard and containment operations.
* Monitor overall facility operations, including all security, safety, and maintenance standards for a high containment facility.
* Maintains all animal and non-animal records and documents, including all paper and digital forms.
* Possesses knowledge of current surgical techniques, instruments, and their functions.
* Provides general technical assistance to animal care and research staff.
* Maintains professional and collegial interpersonal skills with peers, subordinates, and superiors.
* Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
Working Environment/Equipment:
* Standard laboratory and office equipment.
* High containment animal facility environment.
* Pregnancy may become a safety factor in some laboratory animal science duties. Potential exposure to radiation and biohazards. Requires completion of appropriate vaccinations
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.
Compensation
Research Associate II (Internal Medicine-Infectious Disease - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
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. Research Associate II 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.
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.
Compensation
Research Associate II (Microbiology and Immunology - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
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. Preferred Qualifications: More than two years of experience maintaining mammalian cell cultures is highly preferred. More than two years of experience performing plaque assays, virus neutralization assays, and ELISAs is highly preferred. More than two years of experience working with viruses in BSL-3 or BSL-4 is preferred. The ideal candidate would have a DOJ clearance and more than two years of BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience working with cell cultures, viruses, and laboratory animals.
Proficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, serological assays, flow cytometry).
Job Summary:
Research Associate II 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.
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.
Compensation
Research Associate I (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required. Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline. * Proven hands-on experience in bacterial expression systems, protein purification, and biochemical assays.
* Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
* Prior experience with laboratory management, data organization, or mentoring is highly desirable.
* Seeking Protein Biochemistry and Chemical Biology set up that includes in vitro work.
* If you are interested in joining the Molecular Diagnostics and Drug Discovery (MD3) Lab, please submit the following:
* An academic CV
* A cover letter highlighting your fit for the position and motivation to join the lab
* Contact details for two individuals who can provide references
Job Summary:
Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.
Job Duties:
* Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.
* Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
* Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
* Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
* Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
* Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
* Adheres to internal controls established for department.
* Performs related duties as required.
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.
Compensation
Research Associate I (Microbiology and Immunology - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required. Preferred Qualifications: More than two years of experience maintaining mammalian cell cultures is highly preferred. More than two years of experience performing plaque assays, virus neutralization assays, and ELISAs is highly preferred. More than two years of experience working with viruses in BSL-3 or BSL-4 is preferred. The ideal candidate would have a DOJ clearance and more than two years of BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience working with cell cultures, viruses, and laboratory animals.
Proficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, serological assays, flow cytometry).
Job Summary:
Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.
Job Duties:
* Under direct supervision, performs standard research assignments involving a series of related operations.
* Sets up and conducts standard research experiments following detailed technical instructions.
* Prepares biological assays and conducts basic quantitative and qualitative analysis.
* Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected.
* Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and provides preliminary analysis.
* Assembles, calibrates, operates and makes minor modifications to a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
* Adheres to internal controls established for department.
* Performs related duties as required.
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.
Compensation
Research Associate III (Microbiology and Immunology - Galveston)
Galveston, TX jobs
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent and 5 years of related experience or Master's degree in basic science or equivalent and 3 years of related experience required. Preferred Qualifications: More than two years of experience maintaining mammalian cell cultures is highly preferred. More than two years of experience performing plaque assays, virus neutralization assays, and ELISAs is highly preferred. More than two years of experience working with viruses in BSL-3 or BSL-4 is preferred. The ideal candidate would have a DOJ clearance and more than two years of BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience working with cell cultures, viruses, and laboratory animals.
Proficient in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, serological assays, flow cytometry).
Job Summary:
Research Associate III conducts variety of non-routine research assignments and experiments.
Job Duties:
* Plans, coordinates and directs moderately complex research experiments following general technical procedures.
* Establishes and oversees quality control measures for assigned project operations.
* Makes modification to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
* Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.
* Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.
* Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.
* Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
* Makes minor modifications and repairs to equipment as necessary.
* Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
* Oversees lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
* May provide guidance to junior research staff.
* Adheres to internal controls established for department.
* Performs related duties as required.
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.
Compensation
Research Technician I - Civil Engineering
Research associate job at University of Houston
Provides assistance and expertise in various areas of research such as calibration of instrumentation, equipment maintenance and repair, preparation of samples for testing, monitoring of safety equipment and procedures, development and fabrication of prototype equipment, recording of test results, and basic analyses of data.
1. Ensures experiments are performed according to specification.
2. May make practical technical recommendations to changes in procedures, equipment, or prototype design.
3. May perform simple and repetitive task.
4. May assist in advanced functions as part of training.
5. Refers questions and problems to higher levels.
6. Immediate supervision is available.
Key responsibilities include conducting research, designing and executing research projects and experiments. The candidate will also collect data, organize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data using statistical methods and will assist in writing research reports and manuscripts for publication. The candidate needs to be able to work independently or as part of a team and be able to help plan and organize research projects including setting milestones and tracking timelines.
The required qualifications include a master's degree in Environmental Analysis or a relevant related field in engineering with a background in math and physics or engineering. Proficiency in research methods and data analysis, machine learning and strong fundamentals in math and physics of environmental processes is a must as is the requirement for strong soft skills that include advanced analytical skills, attention to detail, programming in R and Python, and a demonstrated ability to communicate orally or in written communications and work collaboratively or independently.
MQ: High School Diploma with 1 year of experience.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.