Lab Technical Assistant I, Anesthesiology & Pain Mgmt

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious medical and research center committed to excellence and innovation. As a Lab Technical Assistant I, you'll support vital research by preparing specimens, operating laboratory equipment, and caring for laboratory animals. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact healthcare advancements. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, UT Southwestern provides a competitive benefits package, including healthcare, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Be part of a team that values compassion and teamwork while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

100% coverage for preventive healthcare

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; no prior experience needed.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and animal care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory specimens and standard reagents.
• Operate standard laboratory equipment and record data.
• Monitor and care for laboratory animals.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Data Recording

Animal Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Standard Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Lab Technical Assistant I, Anesthesiology & Pain Mgmt (842401)

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to assist in technical work of research laboratory or project. Performs routine, standard, and least complex technical laboratory duties.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Required
• Education
  High School Diploma Or GED
• Experience
  No experience required.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepares laboratory specimens.
• Assembles and operates standard laboratory equipment.
• Collects and records data which may involve arithmetic computations.
• Prepares standard reagents and culture media.
• Examines experimentally infected laboratory animals to detect and record symptoms associated with a variety of animal diseases.
• Weighs, positions, and performs pre-operative shaving of animals.
• Takes vital signs of animals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.