Research Technician II, Pediatrics

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical plan

Paid time off

TRS retirement program

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible employer

Resumo da oferta

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Research Technician II to support bench experiments in translational gut microbiome research. The role involves coordinating specimen retrieval from the hospital, transporting samples to the lab, and ensuring timely processing per approved protocols.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplies, documenting results, and collaborating with clinical and research staff to sustain continuous experimental work under supervision.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment or equivalent exposure.
• Two (2) years of college with emphasis in field of assignment or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine scientific and medical research tasks in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields.
• Assemble and operate laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Record research data and discuss results with supervisor.
• Assist in data collection for project reports and literature review.

Conhecimentos

Laboratory techniques

Documentation

Specimen handling

Coordination with clinical staff

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree with coursework

Two years of college coursework

High School diploma

Ferramentas

Laboratory equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

The Nonye Ebigbo, M.D. lab is seeking a Research Technician II. The Ebigbo lab focuses on translational gut microbiome research, studying the interplay between commensal microbiota and the immune system. There is a special interest in gut microbiota population modulation as a therapeutic modality for gastrointestinal diseases in children.

The research technician will support bench experiments for ongoing in vitro and in vivo studies under the principal investigator's supervision. The technician will assist with experiments, specimen tracking, maintenance of laboratory supplies, and documentation of procedures and results. Responsibilities will include coordinating with clinical and research staff to retrieve research specimens from the hospital following endoscopic procedures, transporting specimens to the laboratory, and completing time-sensitive processing and storage in accordance with approved research protocols. These responsibilities require coordination between the clinical and laboratory settings to support reliable specimen collection and continuity of experimental work.

BENEFITS

• 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
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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.

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 orientat