Research Scientist, Ophthalmology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

On-site childcare

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible

Wellness programs

Paid holidays

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced researcher to plan and direct components of a major project in a specialized field. The ideal candidate will work independently with minimal supervision, drive projects from design to data interpretation, and mentor junior researchers.

Preferred is hands-on experience with mice in a research setting and in vivo procedures. The role emphasizes leadership, project management, and collaboration across teams to advance scientific goals.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include PhD, Master's, or Bachelor's with major coursework in the field.
• Experience: various senior research levels based on degree, with extensive project work.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate scientific or medical research projects with assigned personnel.
• Review data, revise techniques, and prepare publications and abstracts.
• Design or adapt equipment for experiments to obtain desired results.
• Train technicians and laboratory personnel in techniques and safety.
• Supervise staff and coordinate interactions with external groups as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent research

Mentoring

Data analysis

Experiment planning

Education

PhD with major coursework

Master's with major coursework

Bachelor's with major 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 youll 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. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, and drive research projects from experimental planning through data analysis and interpretation. Prefer demonstrated experience working with mice in a research setting, including hands‑on experience with animal handling and in vivo experimental procedures. Prior experience training, mentoring, and providing guidance to junior researchers, including graduate students and research technicians is also highly preferred.

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
  PhD with major course work in the field of assignment or
  Master's Degree with major course work in the field of assignment or
  Bachelor's Degree with major course work 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 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 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to make decisions within limits of established policies and practices.
• Work requires contact with outside department to which assigned.
• Work requires determination of work methods or approaches to work problems.
• Work requires exercise of considerable judgment.

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.