Research Assistant I, Morrison Lab - No Experience Required Job at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX

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  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
  • Dallas, TX

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 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 general direction to provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in performing assignments requiring experience and good knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical and scientific research.

The Morrison Lab in Children's Research Institute at UT Southwestern Medical Center has an opportunity for a Research Assistant to join its melonoma research team. As a member of the team, your primary duties include performing:

* Advanced mouse-based experimental techniques including intravenous injections, survival surgeries, and oral gavage

* Independent data collection and analysis

* Flow cytometry procedures including cell sorting and analysis

* Basic bench procedures such as western blotting, PCR, and DNA extraction

* Managing and inventorying cell lines and tumor stocks

* Must be comfortable handling live mice and euthanizing mice for data collection.

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

Master's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required. or

Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment. or

Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or

High School Graduation or GED

* Experience

1 year Research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent wtih Bachelor's degree. or

4 years Research experience including two years at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college. or

6 years Research experience with High School Diploma. or

2 years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.

JOB DUTIES

* Performs more difficult scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.

* Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.

* Records and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.

* Collaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.

* Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.

* Collects and organizes research data for project reports.

* May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.

* 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.

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.

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!

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Job Tags

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