Research Associate-MDD-The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine - 2500011T
- UTHealth
- Houston, Texas
- Full Time
Salary Not Available
Position range in Harris County $56k - $101k Per Year
Research Associate-MDD-The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine - 2500011T
UTHealth
Occupation: Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Location: Houston, TX - 77001
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16869768
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 5/24/2025
Updated: 5/27/2025
Expires: 6/23/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Not Specified
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Agency Job ID: 2500011T
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Education
Associate's Degree
Experience
12 Month(s)
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
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What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas\' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That\'s where you come in.
Once you join us you won\'t want to leave. It\'s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you\'d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you\'ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees\' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Research Associate to join a small, collaborative team conducting NIH-funded research on the effects of stress in the context of Alzheimer\'s Disease. The Research Associate will be responsible for daily tasks including mouse husbandry and behavioral testing, molecular techniques such as PCR and immunohistochemistry, and performing slice electrophysiology. This position requires prior experience with animal models and laboratory procedures, as well as strong organizational skills. The associate will work closely with two other team members in a dynamic lab environment focused on uncovering the neurobiological mechanisms driving neurodegenerative disorders.
Position Key Accountabilities:
Collects, evaluates, interprets, and documents research data to accomplish the objectives of a wide variety of scientific experiments and research projects.
Influences project direction and outcomes by identifying opportunities to enhance, terminate, or re-direct research activities.
May recruit study participants or field interviewers.
Evaluates and interprets data and provides results to investigators to support publication.
Maintains quality control checks and a safe environment in compliance with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.
Assists in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
Provides direction and training to lab personnel to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results in compliance with all protocols, guidelines, regulations, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
Considerable knowledge in basic and sophisticated equipment.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor\'s degree in a related field with three (3) years of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Master\'s degree in a related field with one (1) year of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Doctorate degree.
Minimum Experience:
Years of experience varies based on education level.
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. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Research Associate-MDD-The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine - 2500011T
UTHealth
Occupation: Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Location: Houston, TX - 77001
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16869768
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 5/24/2025
Updated: 5/27/2025
Expires: 6/23/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Not Specified
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Agency Job ID: 2500011T
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Education
Associate's Degree
Experience
12 Month(s)
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
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What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas\' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That\'s where you come in.
Once you join us you won\'t want to leave. It\'s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you\'d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you\'ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees\' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Research Associate to join a small, collaborative team conducting NIH-funded research on the effects of stress in the context of Alzheimer\'s Disease. The Research Associate will be responsible for daily tasks including mouse husbandry and behavioral testing, molecular techniques such as PCR and immunohistochemistry, and performing slice electrophysiology. This position requires prior experience with animal models and laboratory procedures, as well as strong organizational skills. The associate will work closely with two other team members in a dynamic lab environment focused on uncovering the neurobiological mechanisms driving neurodegenerative disorders.
Position Key Accountabilities:
Collects, evaluates, interprets, and documents research data to accomplish the objectives of a wide variety of scientific experiments and research projects.
Influences project direction and outcomes by identifying opportunities to enhance, terminate, or re-direct research activities.
May recruit study participants or field interviewers.
Evaluates and interprets data and provides results to investigators to support publication.
Maintains quality control checks and a safe environment in compliance with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.
Assists in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
Provides direction and training to lab personnel to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results in compliance with all protocols, guidelines, regulations, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
Considerable knowledge in basic and sophisticated equipment.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor\'s degree in a related field with three (3) years of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Master\'s degree in a related field with one (1) year of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Doctorate degree.
Minimum Experience:
Years of experience varies based on education level.
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. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job ID: 479021074
Originally Posted on: 5/30/2025
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