Be a Part of Our Mission to Make Lives Better
At the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases at UT Health San Antonio, we’re transforming the future of brain health—one discovery, one breakthrough, and one patient at a time.
As the premier academic and bioscience research organization in South Texas, UT Health San Antonio brings together world‑class researchers, clinicians, and educators with a shared purpose: to improve the lives of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative conditions.
Why Join Our Team?
Impact That Matters: Be part of a mission-driven community committed to changing the trajectory of brain diseases for Texans and beyond.
A Leader in Research in Innovation: With over 50 active studies, departments, and centers, we are the region’s hub for cutting‑edge translational research—turning scientific insights into treatments that improve patients’ quality of life.
A Thriving Academic Environment: Help educate the next generation of clinicians and scientists, shape policy, and advance advocacy efforts that address one of the greatest health challenges of our time.
Comprehensive Brain Health Care: Work within a collaborative model where research, clinical care, imaging, and support services come together to meet the full spectrum of patient needs.
Featured Opportunities
Research Assistant
Work alongside leading investigators at the NIA-funded South Texas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, coordinating clinical trials from recruitment and consent to data collection and quality oversight.
This highly collaborative, patient-facing role bridges research and clinical care. Ideal candidates are self-driven, detail-oriented, and strong communicators who thrive in team-based environments and are passionate about improving outcomes in dementia.
Licensed Vocational Nurse-Intermediate
In this role, you’ll perform hands-on clinical tasks and partner closely with providers and assist with procedures like lumbar punctures and skin biopsies.
If you’re detail-oriented, patient-focused, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
Medical Assistant-Intermediate
Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care by assisting with cognitive assessments, gathering vitals and histories, coordinating appointments and medications, and ensuring seamless clinic flow.
You’ll serve as a trusted connection for patients, caregivers, and the care team, making every interaction supportive, organized, and impactful.
Research Assistant
Join a mission-driven team advancing research that improves the lives of patients and families affected by dementia.
Work alongside investigators and a collaborative clinical research team on NIA-funded studies, engaging directly with participants and supporting all phases of research.
Top 3%
UT Health San Antonio is ranked in the top 3% of all organizations worldwide that receive National Institutes of Health funding.
2.6 Million Patient Visits
More than 2.6 million patient visits are provided every year at
UT Health San Antonio.
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.