Molecular Biology Lab Technician — Pharmacology Research

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 day one

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a motivated Research Technician to provide skilled technical assistance in molecular biology research within the Corey Lab. The role involves hands-on techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, cell culture, gel electrophoresis, and data analysis, plus collaboration on publications.

Candidates should have lab experience, strong organization, and the ability to work independently and in a team within a dynamic research

Qualifications

• Education requirements include Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework.
• Laboratory experience in molecular biology is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail expected.

Responsibilities

• Performs difficult scientific/medical research in biology/chemistry/physics or related fields.
• Constructs and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data for scientific papers.
• Collaborates with supervisors on manuscript preparation.
• Reads literature and discusses procedures with supervisor.
• Collects and organizes data for project reports.
• May supervise junior laboratory staff as needed.

Skills

DNA extraction

RNA extraction

PCR/qPCR

Western blotting

Cell culture

Gel electrophoresis

Microscopy

Protein extraction

Education

Master’s Degree in related field

Bachelor’s Degree with related coursework

Two years of college with related coursework

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PCR machine

Centrifuge

Microscope

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a motivated Research Technician to provide skilled technical assistance in molecular biology research within the Corey Lab. The role involves hands-on techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, cell culture, gel electrophoresis, and data analysis, plus collaboration on publications.

Candidates should have lab experience, strong organization, and the ability to work independently and in a team within a dynamic research