Research Technician I, Biochemistry

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biochemistry at UT Southwestern is engaged in vibrant interdisciplinary research at the interface of Chemistry and Biology. Research in the department is centered on understanding how both eukaryotic and bacterial cells function through mechanistic study of metabolic pathways, their catalytic enzymes and their regulatory processes using a range of tools including the development of chemical probes and molecular and biochemical approaches that fuel new discoveries.

The Dr. Jinfang Wang laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, is currently seeking a Research Technician to join our team. The Wang Lab is dedicated to elucidating the dynamic mechanisms governing cytosolic and mitochondrial translation. We accomplish this by integrating quantitative biochemical, single-molecule fluorescence biophysical, structural, and genetics approaches. The quantitative models established in our work will pave the way to understand how protein synthesis in either of the cellular compartments is dysregulated in human diseases and guide the identification of novel therapeutic targets.

This position is well-suited for a recent graduate (bachelor’s degree) who wants to gain more research experience before pursuing graduate studies. Experienced candidates are also welcome to apply. When you join our lab, we prioritize your continued development into an independent scientist. We will work together to help you identify and achieve your goals and develop a plan to tackle an important question. We also will enhance your ability to think critically and communicate effectively, skills transferable to any career path. In these exciting, early years of the group, we are looking for people who are up to the challenge to help build our research group from the ground up.

Requirements

• Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, medical technology or relevant field or High School Diploma including courses in basic sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, etc. or GED Equivalent
• 1 year of experience as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with Completion of two (2) years of college or
• 3 years of laboratory experience including two years as Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School diploma or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Recent graduate (bachelor’s degree) who wants to gain more research experience before pursuing graduate studies.

Responsibilities

• Assists in conducting experiments and working on research problems in such fields as physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry, and other related fields by performing basic, routine, and least complex procedures as prescribed by supervisor.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records resulting data in accordance with established methods.
• Confers with supervisor concerning results obtained, and modifies procedures in accordance with instruction of supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Be self-motivated and excited about biochemistry, RNA, and translation.
• Active participant in lab meetings, including presenting their own data.
• Assist senior lab mates with experiments and/or experimental analysis for most of each workday.
• Perform independent and guided reading into relevant topics for the project.
• Keep a strong lab notebook and communicate experimental plans/issues.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree