Research Technician I, Internal Medicine, Briggs Lab

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

TRS retirement programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

Education/Training support

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Research Technician I for the Internal Medicine Briggs Lab. The role involves tissue collection, PBMC isolation, and performing molecular and immunologic assays including flow cytometry, ELISA, nucleic acid extraction, and qPCR under supervision.

The position supports data recording, laboratory organization, and gradual development of independent analytical skills, contributing to collaborative projects spanning immunology, parasitology,

Qualifications

• Education: two years of college or specialized training in histology, medical technology or relevant field, or High School Diploma with basic sciences coursework.
• Experience: 1 year as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent, or 3 years laboratory experience including two years as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assists in conducting experiments and working on research problems in physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry, and related fields.
• Assembles and/or operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records data and communicates results to supervisor, adjusting procedures as instructed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tissue collection

Flow cytometry

PBMC isolation

Molecular assays

Education

Two years of college or specialized training in histology or related field

High School Diploma with basic sciences coursework

Tools

Flow cytometer

ELISA

qPCR

Nucleic acid extraction

Job description

Job Description - Research Technician I, Internal Medicine, Briggs Lab (973793)

Job Description

Research Technician I, Internal Medicine, Briggs Lab - ( 973793 )

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 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

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. The Dr. Briggs lab focuses on how parasitic helminth infections shape host immunity, including the mechanisms that determine protective immunity, immune tolerance, and the broader bystander consequences of chronic infection. His group integrates experimental models, human immunology, and field-based studies to understand host-parasite interactions and translate those insights toward improved vaccines, diagnostics, and new therapeutic approaches for infectious and inflammatory diseases.

Candidate will assist with:

• tissue collection
• support human translational studies through PBMC isolation, biospecimen processing, and laboratory organization
• perform molecular and immunologic assays including flow cytometry, ELISA, nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, and cell culture
• maintain laboratory records, inventory, and experimental documentation
• participate in data analysis and gradually develop independent experimental and analytical skills under supervision
• contribute to collaborative projects involving immunology, parasitology, global health, and vaccine development.

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
• 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
• 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.

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. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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