Research Associate

Job title: Research Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Research Associate

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Research Associate is responsible for assisting in faculty-led research, operating and maintaining scientific instrumentation, coordinating research activities, contributing to the teaching and training of students and research personnel, and ensuring compliance with research regulations and procedures for the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The role exercises independent judgment in troubleshooting experiments, supporting data integrity, and assisting with compliance‑related procedures under faculty direction. The Research Associate reports to the Assistant Dean/Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Note that this position is institutional funded, not dependent on grant-funding.

Benefits

• UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

• Job Duties

• Job Duty Name

• Essential Duties

• Description of Job Duties

• Perform experiments across diverse research settings (animal studies, cell culture, chemistry) under faculty guidance.

• Communicate effectively with PIs regarding project timelines, expectations, and progress.

• Manage multiple concurrent research projects.

• Mentor, monitor and provide functional supervision of students and research personnel to ensure productivity, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Coordinate and oversee day‑to‑day activities of research personnel executing study protocols.

• Train student, faculty, and external research users on proper operation and care of laboratory instruments; maintain training logs.

• Plan, initiate, and implement research study protocols, operating procedures, and data collection processes.

• Independently troubleshoot experiments, resolve laboratory issues, and ensure data integrity.

• Oversee data management to ensure high‑quality, timely, and well‑organized results.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment (e.g., LC‑MS, microtome, spectrophotometers, microscopes, incubators).

• Maintain supply inventories and obtain procurement quotes as needed.

• Participate in instruction of team‑taught laboratory courses.

• Document research‑related correspondence and equipment communication.

• Collaborate and communicate with faculty and student researchers.

• Assist with posters, manuscripts, grant writing, and related scholarly activities.

• Engage in professional development, seminars, and workshops to maintain current scientific practices.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and related administrative or data‑management systems.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interaction with PIs, faculty, students, and technical personnel.

• Excellent knowledge of laboratory sciences, including animal research, cell culture, chemistry‑based methods, and research protocol/safety regulations.

• Strong organizational, documentation, and time‑management skills to support multiple concurrent projects.

• Ability to understand and perform procedures and experiments within areas of formal training, and willingness to learn new techniques and instrumentation.

• Ability to train, mentor, and provide functional supervision of students and research personnel, on equipment use and laboratory best practices.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while supporting diverse research needs and engaging effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.

• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

• Required Education

• Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Science or a related field.

• Required Work Experience

• At least two (2) years of experience in a scientific research laboratory.

• Preferred Qualifications

• MS. in Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.

• Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• None specified.

• Work Hours

• Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with flexibility and/or extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals. Some flexibility in schedule necessary due to nature of experiments.

• Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs of research equipment or supplies.

• Ability to reach overhead, bend, and squat to retrieve laboratory materials.

• Ability to climb stools and/or ladders to reach top shelves.

• Dexterity to use laboratory equipment and tools.

• Posting Details

• Posting Details

• Posting Number

• AS2292PO

• Number of Vacancies

• 1

• Job Type

• Full Time

• Job Category

• Administrator (exempt)

• Desired Start Date

• 10/01/2026

• Position End Date (if temporary)

• Reports to

• Assistant Dean and Chair for Pharmaceutical Sciences

• Salary

• $45,000 - $52,000 Annualized

• Open Date

• 08/05/2026

• Close Date

• Open Until Filled

• Yes

• Special Instructions to Applicant

• N/A.

• EOE

• UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

• Title IX

• This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

• Applicant Documents

• Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Letter of Recommendation 1

• Letter of Recommendation 2

• Professional Reference Contacts

• Optional Documents

• Other Document

• Supplemental Questions

• Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UIW Website

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Indeed

• LinkedIn

• WorkplaceDiversity.com

• HispanicDiversity.com

• BlackJobCenter.com

• WomensJobCenter.com

• VeteransConnect.com

• Personal Referral

• Employee Referral

• Other

• If you selected other, please tell us where?

• (Open Ended Question)

• Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Science or a related field?

• No

• Yes

• How many years of experience do you have working in a scientific research laboratory?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 or more years

• Open Date

• 08/05/2026