Federal Work Study Student, Pediatrics Child Health Research

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, UTMB Student enrolled at least half time.

Job Duties:

• Research Associate performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

• 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.

• Contribute to drafting and editing manuscripts, preparing figures, and grant applications.

• Assist in training staff or students in basic laboratory techniques and safety protocols.

• Adheres to internal controls established for department.

• Performs related duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation