Research Assistant II, Internal Medicine

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs through TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a research-oriented professional to plan, coordinate, and conduct advanced medical research projects. Responsibilities include stereotaxic delivery, brain injections, and imaging to study gene expression under metabolic conditions.

The role involves mouse colony management, behavioral assessments, record-keeping, protocol updates, and lab supply management. Strong lab skills and precise data handling are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires judgement in applying policies and procedures to problems.
• Requires extreme accuracy and precision in all experimental work.
• Thorough working knowledge of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise assigned research projects or perform advanced research work.
• Construct, assemble, and operate laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Assemble and analyze research data.
• Assist in preparation of materials for reports or publications.
• May supervise a group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Judgement

Accuracy

Lab equipment

Education

Master's degree in field

Bachelor's degree in field

High school diploma or equivalent with relevant coursework

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 you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general direction to either plan, coordinate, supervise, and participate in assigned research projects or perform more complex research assignments requiring considerable experience and thorough knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical or scientific research.

Lab Duties: Assisting in stereotaxic delivery and retro-orbital injections of viral constructs to the brain for over-expression and knockdown of particular transcription factors (TFs). Conducting confocal imaging of TFs in the brain during different metabolic conditions. Performing assays involving single-cell and bulk cell-type-specific assessments of gene expression and TF activity, including direct DNA binding within mouse brain tissue. Mouse colony management, including mouse husbandry, identification, and genotyping. Conducting behavioral assessments in mice. Keeping and maintaining accurate written and database records of all animal activity. Updating animal protocols. Maintaining laboratory equipment. Ordering and monitoring lab supplies. Maintaining sub-ledgers and ledgers for various accounts, including tracking laboratory expenditures and encumbrances, paying invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring appropriate use of funds.

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
• 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
• Education
  Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
  Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
  Completion of 2 years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. or
  High School Diploma including courses in basic sciences or GED equivalent
• Experience
  1 year of experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent with Master's degree or
  2 years of experience including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with Bachelor's degree or
  5 years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with two years of college or
  7 years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with High School Diploma or GED equivalent

JOB DUTIES

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other special designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Assembles and analyzes research data.
• Assists in preparation of material for reports or publication.
• May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures, and reviewing work in process and upon completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires exercise of considerable judgment in application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems.
• Work requires extreme accuracy and precision in all phases of experimental investigation.
• Work requires thorough working knowledge of various types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive Motions
• Standing

Working Conditions

• 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.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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