Research Technician II, Gray Lab

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician to provide technical assistance in a lab focusing on gene therapy treatments for neurological diseases. The role involves maintaining rodent colonies, conducting genotyping, and supporting various research activities. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, with a strong preference for those with prior laboratory experience and rodent handling skills.

Benefits

PPO medical plan with no cost for employee-only coverage

Paid Time Off available day one

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave Benefit

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2 years of college with relevant coursework.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Familiarity with molecular biology and genetics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining mouse and rat colonies, including breeding and care.
• Performing genotyping and conducting necropsies.
• Assisting with behavioral assessments and colony upkeep.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Genetics

Biochemistry

Rodent Handling

Behavioral Testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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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!

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

Dr. Steven Gray Lab is a leader in developing gene therapy treatments for rare neurological diseases. This job involves maintaining mouse and rat colonies, including breeding and care. It requires performing genotyping to identify genetic traits, conducting necropsies for tissue analysis, and handling plasmid cloning for genetic studies. Additionally, responsibilities include maintaining and working with cell cultures, as well as preparing and shipping biological samples as needed.

This position will primarily support studies testing gene therapy treatments in rodent models of neurological disorders but conducting behavioral assessments on rodents and assisting with colony upkeep. Prior experience handling rodents in a research setting is strongly preferred. Experience with rodent behavioral testing is preferred. Familiarity with molecular biology, genetics and biochemistry preferred.

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 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
• 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/GED

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.
  
  

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 Statement

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

423016 - PD-Neurology

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

May 20, 2025, 2:21:47 AM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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