Research Technician II, Gray Lab

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a world-renowned medical and research center dedicated to innovation and excellence. In this role, you will support groundbreaking gene therapy studies for neurological disorders, working closely with animal models and performing essential laboratory tasks. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research while benefiting from a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your wellbeing and career growth. Be part of a collaborative environment that values teamwork and professional development, making a meaningful impact in the field of science.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

100% preventive healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with coursework in relevant field.
• Experience in laboratory settings preferred, especially with rodents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mouse and rat colonies, including breeding and care.
• Perform genotyping and conduct necropsies for tissue analysis.
• Assist with behavioral assessments and colony upkeep.

Skills

Rodent handling

Genotyping

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

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 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!

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

• 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.

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!