ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley • McAllen, TX • Posted July 04, 2026

About the Role

Position Information


Posting NumberSRGV9036

Working TitleASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Number of Vacancies1

LocationMcAllen, Texas

DepartmentSchool of Medicine / MDOISU Cancer Research

FTE1.0

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job
Under limited supervision and with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs advanced research work by coordinating the development, implementation, and monitoring of specialized research projects. Manages the upkeep, training, and supervision of specialized research equipment within area of assigned responsibility.

Description of Duties

+ Explore molecular mechanisms linking to cancer, obesity, liver, women diseases using a combination of biochemical and molecular techniques in cultured cells, xenografts, and engineered mouse models.

+ Develops, tests, records, and analyzes research projects based on application expertise and i...