Research Science Associate II

About the role

The Research Science Associate II position within UT San Antonio's research core facility is responsible for leading, conducting, or assisting with the dissemination of knowledge through training in the use of advanced technologies such as flow cytometry and confocal microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Selects, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates lab users.
• Set-ups, cleans, resets, and restocks equipment and supplies needed for the operation of a core facility.
• Maintains inventory of chemicals and equipment.
• Provides guidelines for all users for the operation of flow cytometers, cell sorters and confocal microscopes; maintains accurate records of instrument usage; and develops, updates, and improves lab SOPs.
• Provides recommendations for the best technology to answer scientific questions; records observations and measurements; and compiles data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Vocational Training or Apprenticeship in a related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Biological Sciences, or related field.

Skills and Abilities

• Independent Decision Making
• Collaboration
• Versatility in Verbal and Written Communication
• Attention to Detail

Prior to Hire

• Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Physical Demands

• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Reaching overhead, at or below shoulder level.

Working Conditions

• Usual laboratory or office conditions.
• Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment or materials.
• May require travel off-campus and extended overnight stays.

Security Sensitive

• This position will work primarily on campus.
• Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary based on the needs of the department.