Research Assistant I, Green Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-renowned medical and research center dedicated to excellence and innovation. This role involves technical assistance in scientific research, focusing on molecular biology and cell culture techniques. You'll collaborate with a team, drive independent projects, and contribute to groundbreaking research on gene regulation. With a commitment to employee growth, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package and a culture that fosters teamwork and professional development. If you're passionate about science and eager to learn, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field.

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

• Master's or Bachelor's degree required with relevant research experience.
• Strong organization, communication, and teamwork skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducts scientific research in biology, chemistry, or physics.
• Operates laboratory equipment and records data for publications.
• Collaborates on scientific papers and organizes research data.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Cell Culture Techniques

Molecular Cloning

Cell Line Engineering

Western Blotting

RT-qPCR

Confocal Microscopy

Data Evaluation

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in relevant field

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

2 years of college coursework

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

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 direction to provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in performing assignments requiring experience and good knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical and scientific research.

The primary objective for this position will be to pursue bench work for ongoing lab projects and, together with the PI, develop independent projects that you will drive. The position requires exceptional organization skills, strong communication, and attention to detail. Lab projects will require basic molecular biology and cell culture techniques including molecular cloning, cell line engineering, western blotting, and RT-qPCR. Applicant must be able to work with teams of scientists, be excited about learning new techniques and exploring interesting scientific questions.

The Sabari lab investigates how biomolecular condensates impact gene regulation in normal development and disease. We investigate basic mechanisms of transcription and how those mechanisms are implicated in physiology and disease. Our techniques range from protein biochemistry to functional studies in primary cell culture. We are a relatively new lab with 6 group members. An important aspect of the lab operation is that everyone works together as a team with a flat hierarchy. Applicant must be willing to learn from and teach trainees and staff at all levels.

Experience with confocal microscopy and purification of recombinant proteins is preferred but not required.

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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required or
  Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
  Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
  High School Graduation or GED

• Experience
  1 year Research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent with Bachelor's degree or
  4 years Research experience including two years at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college or
  6 years Research experience with High School Diploma including
  2 years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.

JOB DUTIES

• 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.

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.