Research Lab Tech-Assoc

We are seeking a motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented laboratory technician to join our biomedical research team studying aging and cancer. The successful candidate will demonstrate reliability, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to follow instructions carefully while completing tasks efficiently and precisely. Under direct supervision, the technician will perform routine to moderately complex laboratory procedures, including mouse handling and husbandry, genotyping, tissue dissection, molecular biology techniques such as Western blotting and qPCR, and organization of experimental data. The position requires a strong commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

This is a part-time position.

• Mouse Care & Experimental Support
• Maintain and monitor mouse colonies, including weaning, tagging, and genotyping.
• Assist with mouse-related experiments, such as injections, behavioral and metabolic testing, and tissue dissection.
• Molecular Biology & Laboratory Techniques
• Isolate RNA and protein from tissues or cultured cells.
• Perform molecular analyses, including qPCR and Western blotting, to assess gene and protein expression.
• Set up equipment and materials for experimental procedures or instructional activities.
• Prepare stock solutions and reagents as needed.
• Data Management & Documentation
• Accurately document experimental procedures, results, and data using Excel or other software.
• Organize experimental data for analysis and reporting.
• Laboratory Organization & Support
• Maintain laboratory organization, including ordering supplies and managing chemical inventory.
• Assist in preparing figures, reports, and presentations for publications and meetings.
• Conduct literature searches and organize reference materials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Hands-on lab experience and animal handling experience.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneDrive.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks to meet goals and ensure product quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Reliable, accurate, detail-oriented, and able to work collaboratively with others.

Education

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in a basic science is highly preferred.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience is required. Bachelor's Degree in a basic science will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Previous lab experience is preferred.
• Must be willing/able to work with laboratory mice.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture .

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.