Scientific Research Writer, Psychiatry

426028 - PY-Lab Trivedi; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UT Southwestern is seeking a dedicated professional to develop and maintain a comprehensive, web-accessible laboratory data archive used by internal and external research collaborators. You will work with Principal Investigators to gather information and ensure accurate data entry for efficient dissemination of scientific knowledge.

The role requires strong data analysis, organizational, and writing skills, plus expertise with databases and research resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and compile information into a searchable database.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent writing ability and research skills.
• Knowledge of various database and web-based applications.
• Thorough knowledge of scientific research processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the laboratory data archive for internal and external use.
• Collaborate with PI's and lab personnel to gather data for entry.
• Research literature and databases to support the lab work.
• Coordinate data submission to third party databases.
• Assist with grant submissions and manuscript preparation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through training and seminars.

Skills

Data analysis

Organization

Writing

Databases

Research skills

Education

Master's degree in Biology

PhD in related field

Job description

Job Description

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 direction to develop and maintain a comprehensive, web-accessible research data archive. Collaborates with Principle Investigators ("PI's") in the efficient dissemination of scientific information.

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
• 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
• Education
  Master's Degree In Biology or related field of biological science or
• Experience
  2 years Related experience, including experience authoring research publications

Preferred

• Education
  PhD in related field

JOB DUTIES

• Develop and maintain the scientific content of a comprehensive, web-accessible laboratory research data archive for use by internal and third party research organizations.
• Collaborate with PI's and other laboratory personnel to gather sufficient information for insertion into the research database.
• Research and critically evaluate internal and external primary literature and biological databases, and compile relevant information to support the work of the subject laboratory.
• Coordinate the acquisition and submission of research data to relevant third party databases.
• Assist PI's and other researchers with grant submissions, and with preparation of papers for publication.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of primary research subject matter through self-study, attendance at training seminars, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires ability to analyze/evaluate data and compile relevant information into a searchable database.
• Work requires excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Work requires excellent writing ability and research skills.
• Work requires knowledge of various database and web-based applications.
• Work requires thorough knowledge of scientific research processes and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements

• Talking

Working Conditions

• Laboratory Setting
• Office 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.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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