Research Technician I, Human Nutrition

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Research Technician I to provide routine technical assistance in a lab setting supporting metabolism research on obesity, diabetes and exercise. The role requires basic lab techniques and accurate data recording under supervision.

Deja Lab focuses on elucidating metabolic regulation in health and disease, bridging lab work with practical medical applications.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or specialized training in histology, medical technology, or related field, orHS diploma with basic sciences coursework.
• 1 year of related laboratory experience or 3 years lab experience with HS diploma/GED.
• Experience assisting in experiments and basic procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting experiments and research problems in physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry, and related fields by performing basic, routine procedures.
• Operate and set up laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Record data according to established methods and discuss results with supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Data recording

Judgment

Education

Two years college or specialized training in histology/medical technology

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

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 supervision to provide routine technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of fundamental techniques and practices related to particular field of science.

Deja Lab is committed to elucidating metabolic regulation in health and disease. Our work aims to bridge the gap between advanced metabolic research and practical medical applications, in the areas of obesity, diabetes and exercise. We are seeking a Research Technician I to join our team.

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!

Required

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Education Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, medical technology or relevant field or High School Diploma including courses in basic sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, etc. or GED Equivalent
• Experience 1 year of experience as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with Completion of two (2) years of college or 3 years of laboratory experience including two years as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job Duties

• Assists in conducting experiments and working on research problems in such fields as physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry, and other related fields by performing basic, routine, and least complex procedures as prescribed by supervisor.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records resulting data in accordance with established methods. Confers with supervisor concerning results obtained, and modifies procedures in accordance with instruction of supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Work requires exercise of minimum of judgment.
• Work requires precision in preparing materials and recording data.
• Work requires working knowledge of varies types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

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.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Research & Laboratory

Organization

369011 - HN-Lab Deja

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Nov 3, 2026, 9:19:21 PM