Research Associate, Biochemistry

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Works under general direction to perform professional level medical or scientific research assignments related to particular or specialized field of endeavor.

The Tu Lab is looking for a skilled research associate to assist senior researchers in the lab with their projects and to possibly lead their own independent research project in the investigation of metabolic signaling as well as mechanisms relevant to mitochondrial biogenesis and dysfunction.

Work with mammalian cell lines and yeast to conduct nutritional or drug perturbations and investigate the resulting consequences using a variety of molecular biology, biochemical, or microscopy-based assays. Provides basic support for research projects by performing routine laboratory procedures, operating equipment, recording data, and collaborating with a supervisor to adjust methods as needed. May assist in various scientific fields and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
• 3 years of laboratory experience with Master's degree including 2 years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent or
• 4 years of laboratory experience with Bachelor's degree including 2 years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• mammalian cell culture
• molecular biology and protein purification techniques
• ability to learn quickly and work independently
• ability to multitask
• prioritize scientific rigor and attention to details

Responsibilities

• Recommends and/or initiates new or modified procedures and techniques based upon latest developments in assigned field or analysis of research data.
• Performs computer programming for accumulation and analysis of research data.
• Designs, constructs, repairs, or modifies electronic and/or mechanical equipment or apparatus used in experiments and research projects.
• Instructs medical students, graduate students, residents, or other laboratory personnel of lower grade with respect to techniques, procedures, and equipment utilized in research or experiments.
• Assists principal investigator and other professional personnel in writing of reports and papers for publication.
• May provide working supervision to employees of lower grade engaged in performance of variety of difficult and complex laboratory work tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees