Research Associate - Neurology (Dr. Lin)

The Research Associate will support the Kevin Lin Lab (Neurology), which focuses on neurovascular coupling and brain-blood barrier integrity, with an emphasis on the role of protein arginine methyltransferases (PRMTs).

Responsibilities

• Support senior researchers in general experiments, including animal drug treatments, cell culture, and immunohistochemistry.
• Handle the animal colony and work with rodents (mice).
• Collect, evaluate, and interpret research data.
• Assist with custodial activities such as autoclaving and washing glassware.
• Support project direction and outcomes by identifying opportunities to enhance, terminate, or re-direct research activities.
• Maintain quality control checks and a safe environment in compliance with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Provide results to investigators to support publication.
• Direct and train lab staff to ensure efficient, timely, and high-quality results in compliance with all protocols, guidelines, and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers, and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Master's Degree preferred).
• 3 years of related research experience (may substitute with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement).
• Basic knowledge of scientific graphic software (e.g., GraphPad Prism) is preferred.
• Pharm.D. background, with knowledge of pharmacology theory, pharmacokinetics, and principles of excipients.
• Proficiency in Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work with rodents (mice); no previous experience necessary as training will be provided.
• Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

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.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
• Generous time off, including holidays, preventative leave, vacation, and sick time (approximately 37-38 days per year).
• Vacation accrual increases with longevity.
• Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
• Retirement/pension plan.
• Work/life services, including:
  • Free financial and legal counseling.
  • Free mental health counseling services.
  • Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
  • Employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
  • Resources for child and elder care.