Research Assistant I, Molecular Biology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Research Technician to perform advanced scientific and medical research tasks, operate complex lab equipment, and help prepare data for publication. You will record, organize, and evaluate results, and collaborate with supervisors and other scientists to design procedures.

Required education includes a Master's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, plus 1–6 years of laboratory experience or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in a laboratory setting and ability to handle data collection is preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow complex protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced scientific and medical research tasks in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data for use in scientific papers and reports.
• Collaborates with supervisors and other researchers to prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Reads literature and consults with supervisors on procedures and implementation.
• Collects and organizes research data for project reports.
• May supervise junior technicians or other lab staff as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Record keeping

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in related field

Bachelor's Degree in related field

2 years college with related 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 No. 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 youll 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.

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 Diploma or GED equivalent

• 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 or GED equivalent 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires good working knowledge of various types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.
• Work requires accuracy and precision in all phases of experimental investigation.
• Work requires exercise of moderate judgment in application of procedures and practices to work problems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements

• Handling
• Repetitive Motions
• Sitting
• Standing

Working Conditions

• Hazards
• Laboratory Setting

Salary Information

Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

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

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.