Research Technician II: Molecular, Cellular & Imaging

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas-Fort Worth seeks a Research Technician for the Li Lab. You will support ongoing projects by applying molecular, cellular, biochemical, and imaging techniques to study biological mechanisms in in vitro and in vivo models.

You will design and perform experiments, maintain records, analyze data, and contribute to presentations and publications. Experience with laboratory research techniques is preferred; some projects may involve animal models.

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory research techniques and experimental model systems is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong record-keeping and data analysis abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Assembles and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with procedures and discusses results with supervisor.
• Assists in data collection for project reports and publications.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor on new procedures implementation.
• May supervise lower-grade laboratory personnel on small parts of a project.

Skills

Molecular techniques

Data recording

Experiment design support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Two years of college with emphasis in field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas-Fort Worth seeks a Research Technician for the Li Lab. You will support ongoing projects by applying molecular, cellular, biochemical, and imaging techniques to study biological mechanisms in in vitro and in vivo models.

You will design and perform experiments, maintain records, analyze data, and contribute to presentations and publications. Experience with laboratory research techniques is preferred; some projects may involve animal models.