Research Technician II, Pharmacology

Job Description

Research Technician II, Pharmacology (918700)

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas–Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number one hospital in Dallas–Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

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. Candidate will be participating in an ongoing research project in the laboratory through performing routine scientific research in molecular biology, physiology, metabolism, and other related fields.

• Set‑up mouse breeding programs
• Maintenance of mouse colony (handling, breeding and collecting tissue samples for genotyping as well as maintaining computer databases and records of mice)
• General maintenance of the lab
• Collecting and recording detailed research data
• Assisting in ongoing animal studies, and performing basic molecular biology techniques.
• 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.

Education:

• Education – Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment. No experience or two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment, or High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience – 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.

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 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

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

EEO: 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. UT Southwestern also prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Contact:
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75390. Phone: 214‑648‑3111.