Research Assistant III (Path & Lab)

Position Summary

The Research Assistant III performs complex laboratory research and experiments with minimal supervision, maintains research records, and supports reports and publications. Ensures laboratory equipment and supplies are properly managed, follows established research protocols, and may assist with staff training, project updates, and other research-related activities.

Position Key Accountabilities

• Under minimal supervision, implements planned research experiments according to research protocol.
• Maintains accurate and timely records which may include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project.
• May assist in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers, and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
• Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects.
• Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies.
• Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for research laboratory. Must complete required training.
• May participate in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.
• May provide guidance and training for support staff to ensure efficient, timely and high-quality results.
• May provide updates to Principal Investigator regarding research progress.
• Makes independent decisions as required, which may impact research team or assigned project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

None

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree required. May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.

Minimum Experience

Two (2) years of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code 117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position.

Residency Requirement

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.