Research Technician II, Center for Host Genetics

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off and holidays

On-site childcare

Retirement programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a motivated research technician to support projects using mouse models, molecular biology, and cell-based experiments. The Zhao Zhang laboratory will involve colony maintenance, genotyping, sample prep, and basic assays, with training provided.

Preferred candidates have undergraduate biology experience; strong organization, dependability, and accuracy are required. Prior mouse work helpful but not mandatory, with willingness to learn and work

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or 2 years of college in a related field as required.
• Preference for undergraduate biology research experience.
• Familiar with basic laboratory techniques such as pipetting, PCR or cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scientific and medical research tasks in biology or related fields.
• Maintain mouse colony and genotyping as part of ongoing projects.
• Prepare samples and conduct basic molecular and cellular assays.
• Record data accurately and discuss results with supervisor.
• Assist in project data collection for reports.
• Provide supervised guidance to junior lab staff as needed.

Skills

Pipetting

PCR

Cell culture

Education

Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment

Two years of college with emphasis in field of assignment

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

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 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


• 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 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

• 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.