Research Assistant II, Children's Research Institute

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Works under general direction to plan, coordinate, supervise, and participate in assigned research projects, or to perform complex research assignments requiring considerable experience and thorough knowledge of techniques and practices related to a field of medical or scientific research. This position is in the Ohlstein lab at the Children’s Medical Center Research Institute at UT Southwestern (CRI), which studies how physiology affects intestinal stem cell function using Drosophila, mouse, and human research models. CRI is a collaborative environment focused on basic and translational biology at the interface of stem cells, cancer, and metabolism. Under supervision and/or in collaboration with lab members, the Research Assistant will assist with independent research projects. Prior experience and demonstrable expertise in bioinformatics and analysis of transcriptomic datasets are highly desirable. Some time will also be spent maintaining laboratory equipment, managing inventory, and replenishing supplies. The role may provide a valuable opportunity for someone interested in applying to graduate school or an MD/PhD program.

Requirements

Meet one of the stated education and experience combinations: a master’s degree with major coursework in the field and one year of Research Assistant I or equivalent experience; a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in the field and two years of experience, including one year as Research Assistant I or equivalent; two years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, or a related area and five years of experience, including one year as Research Assistant I or equivalent; or a high school diploma/GED with basic science coursework and seven years of experience, including one year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
Exercise considerable judgment in applying and interpreting policies, procedures, or practices to work problems.
Demonstrate extreme accuracy and precision in all phases of experimental investigation.
Have a thorough working knowledge of the equipment used in the assigned laboratory.
Have effective written and oral communication skills.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), GraphPad Prism or equivalent, and Adobe Illustrator or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience and demonstrable expertise in bioinformatics and analysis of transcriptomic datasets.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and supervise assigned research projects, which may constitute a segment of a larger project, and take responsibility for project performance and progress.
Perform advanced scientific and medical research work; suggest research design modifications or improvements, propose follow-up studies, and recommend new or revised techniques and procedures.
Assist with independent research projects under supervision and/or in collaboration with lab members.
Construct, assemble, and operate experimental or specially designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
Assemble and analyze research data.
Assist in preparing materials for reports or publication.
May supervise lower-grade Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants by making assignments, advising on procedures, and reviewing work.
Maintain laboratory equipment, manage inventory, and replenish supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
Preventive healthcare coverage at 100% with no copay
Paid time off, available day one
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer
On-site childcare
Paid holidays
Merit increases