Research Data Specialist I

The University of Texas at Dallas

Ozark (AL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

UT Dallas seeks a Research Data Specialist I to join the Price and Tavares Labs in neuroscience and pain research. The role will curate and analyze large sequencing datasets (RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, single-cell and spatial transcriptomics), apply statistical methods, and support data management and reporting.

Bachelor’s degree and six months related experience required; preferred experience with R or Python, RNA-seq analysis, and basic molecular biology.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with six months of related experience or equivalent
Five+ years of experience with R or Python programming
Three+ months of experience analyzing RNA-seq datasets
Familiarity with basic molecular biology
Familiarity with basic neuroscience

Responsibilities

Collect, manage, and clean RNA-seq datasets.
Apply statistical methods to interpret sequencing data.
Create databases and perform statistical analyses for investigators.
Assist in developing reports, charts, and tables for publications.
Collaborate with faculty and research staff on data collection and analysis methods.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

R programming

Python programming

RNA-seq analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Molecular biology basics

Neuroscience basics

Tools

Statistical analysis

Job description

The Department of Neuroscience and the Center for Advanced Pain Studies ( CAPS ) at UT Dallas are seeking a Research Data Specialist I to join the Price and Tavares Labs.

The Center for Advanced Pain Studies ( CAPS ) is composed of eight founding UT Dallas faculty members, affiliate faculty at UT Southwestern ( UTSW ), twelve postdoctoral fellows/research associates, and graduate students across multiple academic disciplines studying different aspects of chronic pain and migraine. The research mission of CAPS is to elucidate the fundamental mechanisms underlying chronic pain and migraine and discover novel therapeutics for the treatment of chronic pain through academic, public, and private partnerships.

The Price Lab focuses on understanding how neuronal plasticity influences nociceptive processing and contributes to chronic pain. The Tavares Lab focuses on understanding how molecular mechanisms and RNA regulation influence axonal function and contribute to peripheral neuropathies and neurodegeneration.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team working to identify novel targets that regulate the excitability of sensory neurons following injury and the mechanisms that cause pain to become chronic. This position will curate and analyze existing datasets from brain regions involved in pain and analgesia and support data management services, data collection platform project creation and administration, and the development of technical processes and documentation.

The Research Data Specialist I will analyze and interpret large sequencing datasets by applying statistical methods to RNA -seq, ATAC -seq, single-cell, and spatial transcriptomics datasets. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the laboratory to test, validate, and refine hypotheses and will support growing researcher needs alongside the research support staff team.

This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with six months of experience in a related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

Five or more years of experience with R or Python programming.
Three or more months of experience analyzing RNA -seq datasets.
Familiarity with basic molecular biology.
Familiarity with basic neuroscience, with strength in neuroanatomy.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collect, manage, and clean RNA -seq datasets.
Employ new and existing tools and software to interpret, analyze, and visualize RNA -seq datasets.
Create databases and perform statistical analyses, as appropriate.
Assist in developing reports, charts, graphs, and tables for use by investigators and for publication and presentation.
Collaborate with faculty and research staff on data collection and analysis methods.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work collaboratively in a laboratory environment.
Ability to apply established quality control criteria to all experimental designs.
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal presentations and written technical reports for internal and external presentations, publications, and grant preparation.
Ability to contribute to a cohesive and efficient team environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Travel

This position may be subject to occasional travel for conferences or for training and/or research needs.

Work Notice

Work will be performed on-site and in person.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth ( DFW ) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
AD&D Insurance
Dental & Vision Plan Options
Optional Long and Short-term Disability
TRS Retirement Plan
Fertility Benefits
Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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Special Instructions Summary

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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