Research Technician I, Internal Medicine

Job Summary

Works under general supervision to provide routine technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of fundamental techniques and practices related to particular field of science. The Research Technician I will maintain animal colonies, run experiments, do western blots, ELISA, PCR and consistently maintain cell culture.

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
• Retail Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Required EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• 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
• Experience: 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

Job Duties

• 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.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

• This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
• 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.