Research Scientist, Internal Medicine

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

100% preventive healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a highly qualified researcher to coordinate and participate in scientific projects. The successful candidate will have a PhD and extensive experience in research, particularly in immunotherapy and laboratory techniques.

The role involves complex experimentation, data analysis, and research paper preparation. Full-time positions offer competitive benefits, including medical coverage, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of research experience with PhD including 2 years at the Senior Research Associate level.
• 7 years of research experience with Master's degree including 3 years at the Senior Research Associate level.
• 9 years of research experience with Bachelor's degree including 4 years at the Senior Research Associate level.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs assigned scientific or medical research projects.
• Analyzes research data and adjusts methods as necessary.
• Prepares research papers and reports for publication.
• Designs and adapts equipment for experiments.
• Trains laboratory personnel in techniques and safety.
• Supervises lower-grade employees in laboratory tasks.

Education

PhD with major coursework in the field of assignment

Master's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment

Job description

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

Plans, coordinates, directs, and participates in work of smaller research project or major unit of large research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified in terms of extensive training and/or experience. Specific duties for this position include performing complex murine experiments testing novel immunotherapy combinations, conducting immunophenotyping assays, handling and processing patient tissue and blood specimens for immune and molecular assays in coordination with existing UT Southwestern core facilities, initiating and assisting in design of new techniques and procedures, analyzing multi-parameter research data, and assisting principal investigator in the writing of research papers for publication.

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

Required – Experience and Education

• Education: PhD with major coursework in the field of assignment or Master's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment or Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment
• Experience: 5 years of research experience in the field of assignment with PhD including 2 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent, or 7 years of research experience in the field of assignment with Master's degree including 3 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent, or 9 years of research experience in the field of assignment with Bachelor's degree including 4 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent.

Job Duties

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in assigned scientific or medical research project. Selects or assists in the selection of key research personnel. Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained. Assigns and reviews work of subordinates. Plans experimental protocols.
• Reviews and analyzes resulting research data. Revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data.
• Compiles, writes, and submits research results to supervisor. Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
• Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
• Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
• Supervises group of employees of lower grade engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which vary from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
• May confer with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Location and Schedule

• Primary Location: Texas – Dallas – 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
• Job Type: Research & Laboratory
• Schedule: Full-time, Day Job
• Employee Status: Regular, Standard