Biochemistry Research Assistant I — Lab Data & Publications

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

On-site childcare

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a skilled Research Technician to provide responsible technical assistance in medical and scientific research. Works under general direction to support experiments and data collection.

The role requires hands-on lab work, equipment operation, data analysis, and collaboration with researchers to prepare papers for publication.

A strong commitment to accuracy, good teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment.
• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment.
• Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs more difficult scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.
• Collaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.
• Collects and organizes research data for project reports.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data recording

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

2 years of college

High School Diploma

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a skilled Research Technician to provide responsible technical assistance in medical and scientific research. Works under general direction to support experiments and data collection.

The role requires hands-on lab work, equipment operation, data analysis, and collaboration with researchers to prepare papers for publication.

A strong commitment to accuracy, good teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols is essential for success in this position.