Research Technician II, Immunology

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 66,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a research professional to provide technical assistance in science-related assignments. The role involves maintaining lab conditions, data collection, and hands-on work with cells and mice across multiple assays.

Responsibilities include performing flow cytometry, PCR and DNA cloning, cell culture, and data presentation. The position requires organizational skills, adherence to safety, and collaboration with a research team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment.
Two years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Maintains the laboratory and equipment in working and clean conditions.
Maintains laboratory compliance to safety regulations.
Collects, accurately records and analyzes data in conjunction with other research staff. Isolate, maintain, and culture cells.
Genotype and phenotype mice.
Use, care and maintenance of animals.
Perform flow cytometric analyses
Perform PCR and DNA cloning analyses.
Perform microscopic analyses.
Isolate immune cell populations.
Perform cell transfer experiments in mice.
Order reagents and materials and oversee inventory.
Maintains laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner.
Take part in lab meetings and present data.
Perform other tasks, as needed.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data recording

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor9s Degree with major coursework

Two years of college

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 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.

Candidate Will

Maintain the laboratory and equipment in working and clean conditions.
Maintain laboratory compliance to safety regulations.
Collects, accurately records and analyzes data in conjunction with other research staff. Isolate, maintain, and culture cells.
Genotype and phenotype mice.
Use, care and maintenance of animals.
Perform flow cytometric analyses
Perform PCR and DNA cloning analyses.
Perform microscopic analyses.
Isolate immune cell populations.
Perform cell transfer experiments in mice.
Order reagents and materials and oversee inventory.
Maintains laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner.
Take part in lab meetings and present data.
Perform other tasks, as needed.

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 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.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Research & Laboratory

Organization

355023 - IC-Lab Yao

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job