Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Research Assistant
Texas Biomedical Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78201
Research Assistant
Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, TX, is searching for an enthusiastic, organized, and skilled full-time Research Assistant. The Role: Performs scientific research tasks. Sets up and operates equipment as required by research tasks. Plans, schedules, and coordinates research activities. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques. Participates in quality control activities as required. Prepares project reports, data summaries or other study related documents. Generates, records and compiles research data adhering to institutional quality standards. Function as part of a team contributing to lab activities as required. Perform studies at BSL3 and BSL4 biocontainment laboratories. Our Ideal Candidate: Requires Bachelor's Degree with major course work relevant to field of assignment with at least two years of relevant experience. Experience in handling a range of infectious agents (at BSL-4, BSL-3 and BSL-2) and in a variety of different animal models preferred. Experience in, in-vitro and ex-vivo cell-based assays, including cell culture, plaque assays, ELISA, & RT-PCR desired. Who We Are: Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health. Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine: The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research A federally designated National Primate Research Center More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval What We Can Offer You: Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust! Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets)! An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)! Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December) On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management! On-site gym & wellness programs! Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance! Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, TX, is searching for an enthusiastic, organized, and skilled full-time Research Assistant. The Role: Performs scientific research tasks. Sets up and operates equipment as required by research tasks. Plans, schedules, and coordinates research activities. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques. Participates in quality control activities as required. Prepares project reports, data summaries or other study related documents. Generates, records and compiles research data adhering to institutional quality standards. Function as part of a team contributing to lab activities as required. Perform studies at BSL3 and BSL4 biocontainment laboratories. Our Ideal Candidate: Requires Bachelor's Degree with major course work relevant to field of assignment with at least two years of relevant experience. Experience in handling a range of infectious agents (at BSL-4, BSL-3 and BSL-2) and in a variety of different animal models preferred. Experience in, in-vitro and ex-vivo cell-based assays, including cell culture, plaque assays, ELISA, & RT-PCR desired. Who We Are: Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health. Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine: The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research A federally designated National Primate Research Center More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval What We Can Offer You: Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust! Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets)! An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)! Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December) On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management! On-site gym & wellness programs! Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance! Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.