Research Technician II - Alzheimer's Lab (Mouse Models)

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Research Technician to provide technical assistance in ongoing studies using mouse models of Alzheimer's disease. The role involves laboratory maintenance, equipment handling, and performing analyses under supervision.

Under the principal investigator, you will assist in molecular, biochemical, and physiological analyses and present findings. Prior lab experience and a Bachelor's in a related field are valued for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment or two years of college with related coursework
• Two years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Four years of laboratory experience including two years at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with high school graduation or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in biology, chemistry, physics, or related field.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assists in collection of data for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data recording

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Mouse handling

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Research Technician to provide technical assistance in ongoing studies using mouse models of Alzheimer's disease. The role involves laboratory maintenance, equipment handling, and performing analyses under supervision.

Under the principal investigator, you will assist in molecular, biochemical, and physiological analyses and present findings. Prior lab experience and a Bachelor's in a related field are valued for this position.