Research Technician II, Center for Host Genetics

366005 - GE-Lab Zhang; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Retirement programs

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center, Center for Host Genetics, is seeking a Research Technician II to support ongoing projects using mouse models, molecular biology, and cell-based experiments. Responsibilities include mouse colony maintenance, genotyping, sample prep, and basic assays, with training provided.

Work closely with the PI and lab members to contribute to research progress. The role offers opportunities to grow with training and increasing responsibility in a collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques such as pipetting, PCR, or cell culture.
• Willingness to work with mice; prior experience with mice is helpful but not required.
• Dependable, organized, attentive to detail with good record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scientific and medical research tasks in biology-related areas.
• Assemble and operate laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Record data following prescribed procedures and discuss results with supervisor.
• Assist in data collection for project reports.
• Read literature and discuss new procedures with supervisor.
• Potentially supervise junior lab personnel on limited phases of research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pipetting

PCR

Cell culture

Mouse handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Job Description - Research Technician II, Center for Host Genetics (986357)

Job Description

Research Technician II, Center for Host Genetics - ( 986357 )

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 you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of science. The Zhao Zhang laboratory at UT Southwestern Medical Center studies the genetic and molecular mechanisms that regulate appetite, body weight, and metabolism. We are seeking a motivated research technician to support ongoing projects using mouse models, molecular biology, and cell-based experiments. Responsibilities will include mouse colony maintenance and genotyping, sample preparation, basic molecular and cellular assays, and routine laboratory support, with training provided. This position offers opportunities to contribute to research projects and take on increasing responsibility with training and experience, while working closely with the PI and other lab members.

Preferred experience:

Undergraduate research experience in biology or a related field is preferred but not required. Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques, such as pipetting, PCR, or cell culture, is a plus. We are looking for someone who is dependable, organized, attentive to detail, willing to learn, and able to maintain accurate experimental records and work well with others. Prior experience working with mice is helpful but not required; willingness to work with mice is expected.

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
  Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
  Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
  High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience
  No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or
  2 years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college or
  4 years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent

JOB DUTIES

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific 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 working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires exercise of considerable judgment in application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems.
• Work requires precision in preparing material and recording data.
• Work requires working knowledge of various types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• 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.

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.