REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Good management and communication skills   Computer skills with Microsoft office and other related software  Good writing skills, be able to process scientific reports, protocols, and paper preparation. Prefer highly motivated and detail-oriented research interests Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences preferred with bench experience in animal handling, good organizational skills and good Lab practices

JOB SUMMARY:
Research Associate I performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

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

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:

Actual salary commensurate

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Compensation