Research Technician II, Microbiology

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician II in Microbiology to provide technical assistance in research using techniques from computational biology. The role involves a mix of independent laboratory work and data analysis, focusing on areas like RNA-Seq and other microbiological methods.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

100% preventive healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge in computational and molecular biology.

Responsibilities

• Support research using technical knowledge in a lab setting.
• Perform data collection, analysis, and assist in project reports.
• Operate laboratory equipment and conduct research tasks.

Skills

Computational microbiology

RNA-Seq

molecular biology

Python

R

UNIX

Shell scripting

High-performance computing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Bioinformatics

2 years of college with emphasis in field

High School Diploma or GED

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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.

A Research Technician II is needed to focus on computational microbiology. The candidate will perform professional work in support of research using technical knowledge of software, software development, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment. We are looking for a subject matter expert in multiple areas of computational biology with specific knowledge of molecular biology and microbiology. For instance, experience with RNA-Seq, variant calling, functional annotation, python, R, UNIX, Shell, and high-performance computing clusters are preferred along with a Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics.

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. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

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

356012 - MB-Lab Forsberg

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Jun 21, 2025, 2:48:18 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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