Research Scientist Associate I, Pharmacology Core

Research Scientist Associate I, Pharmacology Core

 

Location: San Antonio, TX

 

Regular/Temporary: Regular

 

Job ID: 12923

 

Full/Part Time: Full Time

 

Org Marketing Statement

 

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://www.utsa.edu/, on https://www.utsa.edu/today/ or on https://twitter.com/utsa, https://www.instagram.com/utsa/, https://www.facebook.com/utsa, https://www.youtube.com/user/utsaor https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_university_admin%3BFcmdPCevQ7ebJE1xpIJlRw%3D%3D.

 

In 2024, the https://www.utsa.edu/today/2024/08/story/utsa-and-ut-health-san-antonio-merger-announced.html authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

 

Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 12/23/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

 

Salary Range: $36,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

 

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, non-exempt.

 

Required Application Materials:

 

• Resume is required.

• Cover letter is preferred.

 

Essential Functions

 

Job Summary

 

This is a temporary, benefits eligible position with an expected end date 6 months from date of hire. Appointment could be extended based on funding and work availability.

 

This position is for a research technician assist with in vitro ADME assays and in vivo PK studies in the Pharmacology Core. Performs entry-level professional engineering and scientific research assignments related to a particular field of work.

 

Core Responsibilities

 

• Execution of common in vitro ADME assays.

• Provide support for in vivo studies in the Core by assisting with study preparation, daily animal checks, and other related tasks.

• Sample preparation and analysis by LC-MS/MS.

• Cloning, transfection, and stable cell line generation.

• Development of quantitative assays to measure drug transport activity of both SLC and ABC drug transporters.

• Data analysis and visualization using Prism Graphpad.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related field.

• 1 year experience in a laboratory research environment in biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, or related field.

• Demonstrates good time management and organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills for writing papers, reports and for giving presentations.

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

• 2+ years of laboratory research experience in biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, or related field.

• Working knowledge of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) and its role in the drug discovery pipeline.

• Experience in development, optimization, and execution of drug transporter assays.

• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization using Microsoft Excel and Prism Graphpad.

• Experience with common molecular biology techniques such as cloning, plasmid isolation, and transfection.

• Experience with bacterial and mammalian cell culture.

 

Additional Information

 

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.

• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

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

 

Working Conditions

 

• Laboratory environment.

• Exposure to potential occupational hazards including toxic, biological, and chemical hazards within certain laboratory spaces.

• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

• Exposure to biological hazards.

• Exposure to combustible materials.

• The ability to work safely with chemical disinfectants, handle some unpleasant elements, and tolerate normal odors/airborne particulate matter of a rodent facility is required.

• Ability to wear PPE including laboratory coat, disposable laboratory coat, face mask, eyes splash shield, face shield, eye protection, head cover, disposable gloves, sleeve covers, shoe covers, rubber boots, and N-95 respirator.

 

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.

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

 

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.

 

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