Research Associate II, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in basic science or equivalent and 2 years of related experience or Master’s 
degree in basic science or equivalent and no experience required.

Preferred skills:

• Written and Spoken proficiency in Spanish
• Experience in Behavioral Science or research or related field
• Experience working with ethnically/culturally diverse groups
• Function well as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness/ability to engage openly and effectively with youth
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deliver prolonged speaking engagements, effective presentations and training seminars for various learner levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environment

JOB SUMMARY:
Research Associate II performs a variety of routine and non-routine research assignments and 
experiments and assists with lab maintenance responsibilities.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
 Under general supervision, performs routine and non-routine research assignments and 
experiments of moderate complexity.
 Plans, coordinates, provides setup and conducts standard research experiments 
following general technical instructions.
 Prepares biological assays and conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis.
 Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by Principal Investigator.
 Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected and provides preliminary 
analysis of results.
 Assists in the compilation and tabulation of data and analysis of final data.
 Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of 
laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.
 Maintains lab for animal and environmental safety compliance.
 Maintains lab inventory of supplies and equipment.
 Performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
 May provide guidance to junior research staff.
 Adheres to internal controls established for department.
 Performs related duties as required.
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SKILLS:
 Animal Science/Care Surgery 
 Biological Assays
 Quantitative Analysis 
 Qualitative Analysis

Data Analysis
 Tabulation of Data 
 Equipment Calibration
 Technical Writing Experience
 Standard Laboratory Equipment 
 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standard laboratory environment. 

OTHER:
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, 
may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 
51.215, Texas Education Code.

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience.