Research Technician II, Physiology

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of science.
Research Technician II position required to perform experiments related to the study of molecular mechanisms of grown control in animal development and human disease project in Dr. Duojia (DJ) Pan's Lab in the Physiology Dept. Responsibilities include:
1-Assist in drosophila genetic screen - maintaining lines, genetic crosses, looking for mutations, and assisting in maintaining drosophila area;
2-Lab maintenance -organizing/making buffers, dishwashing, and autoclaving;
3-genotyping transgenic mice, PCR and running DNA gels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
• Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or
• 2 years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college or
• 4 years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

• Assist in drosophila genetic screen - maintaining lines, genetic crosses, looking for mutations, and assisting in maintaining drosophila area
• Lab maintenance -organizing/making buffers, dishwashing, and autoclaving
• Genotyping transgenic mice, PCR and running DNA gels
• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assists in collection of data for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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