Research Associate

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Position Information

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

Description of Job Duties

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

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

Posting Details

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.

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