Brain Aging Research Technician II

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician II to support investigations into how stress and aging affect brain function. The role involves basic techniques, data recording, and collaboration with study teams.

Candidates should be willing to work with rats and may have experience in histology, western blot/proteomics, and qPCR/transcriptomics. The position is part of a dynamic research environment in Dallas, with opportunities for skill development and career growth in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment or two years of college with coursework in field of assignment.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Operates laboratory equipment and records data.
• Contributes to project reports and literature review.
• Supports supervision of lower-grade laboratory personnel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Histology

Western blot

qPCR

Rat handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years college

High school diploma

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician II to support investigations into how stress and aging affect brain function. The role involves basic techniques, data recording, and collaboration with study teams.

Candidates should be willing to work with rats and may have experience in histology, western blot/proteomics, and qPCR/transcriptomics. The position is part of a dynamic research environment in Dallas, with opportunities for skill development and career growth in