Research Technician II, Neurology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician to provide technical assistance in studies involving mouse models of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Under supervision, you will support molecular, biochemical, anatomical and physiological analyses and contribute to ongoing research efforts.

After training and under the principal investigator's direction, you will present completed studies and assist in maintaining laboratory equipment and the mouse colony.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a Bachelor's degree with major coursework in the field and no experience or two years of college with emphasis in the field or a high school diploma/GED equivalent.
• Experience requirements include no experience with Bachelor's degree or 2 years of laboratory experience at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two years of college or 4 years of laboratory experience including two years at the Laboratory Technical Assistant level or equivalent with high school graduation/GED.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific areas.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data following prescribed procedures and discusses results with supervisor.
• Assists in data collection for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor on implementing new procedures.
• May plan for and supervise laboratory personnel of lower grade on limited phases of the project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in field with coursework related to assignment

Two years of college with emphasis in field

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

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 youll 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.

The Research Technician will be expected to perform studies with general supervision and be expected to assist with the maintenance of the laboratory including laboratory equipment and the mouse colony. After theoretical and practical training and under the direction of the principal investigator, the Research Technician performs research involving the ongoing analysis of mouse models of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. The Research Technician assists in the molecular, biochemical, anatomical and physiological analysis under supervision and presents completed study to the principal investigator.

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 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.

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.