Research Assistant II, Microbiology

UT 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

TRS retirement

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF qualified employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Research Assistant II to join the Campbell Lab in Microbiology. You will plan, coordinate, supervise, and perform experiments and help set up a brand new lab, gaining experience in bacterial genetics, animal models, and sequencing technologies.

Preferred skills include microbiology, cloning, PCR, and genetic engineering of bacteria; sequencing data analysis (R/Python); ability to work independently and as part of a team; and strong communication

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher required or 2 years of college with relevant coursework.
• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment or related experience.
• 2 years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc.
• High School Diploma with basic sciences or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, or performs advanced research work.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Assembles and analyzes research data and prepares material for reports.
• May supervise a group of researchers and review work in process and upon completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Bacterial genetics

Sequencing

Lab management

Education

Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment

Completion of 2 years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc.

High School Diploma including courses in basic sciences or GED equivalent

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.

The Campbell Lab in the Department of Microbiology at UT Southwestern studies how diarrhea-causing bacteria colonize, spread, and cause disease in the mammalian intestine. We offer the opportunity to train in bacterial genetics, animal models of infectious disease, and next-generation sequencing technologies. Our ultimate goal is to build the knowledge needed to protect vulnerable populations from enteric disease.

We are seeking a Research Assistant II to perform research experiments & set-up of brand new lab. Preferred skills include hands-on experience in microbiology, bacterial genetics, and/or molecular biology (cloning, PCR, genetic engineering of bacteria); next generation sequencing library prep and/or analysis of sequencing data (R, Python, or command-line experience); experience with mouse models or willingness to be trained in animal work; working with bacteria under BSL-2 conditions. Role will also require administrative tasks of lab management ordering supplies/equipment in the Procurement Portal, reconciliation of lab OneCard transactions, & maintaining equipment/service contracts. Must be able to work both independently & collaboratively in a team and have excellent communication & organization skills.

BENEFITS

• 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 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 knowl