Biochemistry Research Technician II – Molecular Biology

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

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a technically capable professional to provide responsible technical assistance in science-related assignments. Duties include performing DNA/RNA purification, PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis, and protein expression; conducting RNA biochemistry experiments; maintaining reagents and records; and assisting with data analysis and safety/compliance.

The role requires either a Bachelor's Degree with coursework in the field or two years of college

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/2 years college or GED with relevant coursework in the field of assignment.
• No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment.
• Laboratory experience at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two years of college or with High School Graduation or GED.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Assembles and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data and discusses results with supervisor.
• Assists in data collection for project reports.
• Reads literature and discusses new procedures with supervisor.
• May supervise lower-grade laboratory personnel on a limited phase of a project.

Skills

DNA/RNA purification

PCR

Cloning

Gel electrophoresis

Protein expression

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (field of assignment)

Two years of college with emphasis in field of assignment

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a technically capable professional to provide responsible technical assistance in science-related assignments. Duties include performing DNA/RNA purification, PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis, and protein expression; conducting RNA biochemistry experiments; maintaining reagents and records; and assisting with data analysis and safety/compliance.

The role requires either a Bachelor's Degree with coursework in the field or two years of college