Research Assistant , Immunology, Wu Lab

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Works under general direction to provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in performing assignments requiring experience and good knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical and scientific research. The laboratory of Dr. Tuoqi Wu ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is recruiting for a Research Assistant I in the Department of Immunology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. The WuLab studies the regulation of T cell immunity in cancer and infection.

Our laboratory also has several exciting projects related to:
1) understanding the molecular mechanism of T‑cell stemness and T‑cell exhaustion,
2) identifying novel targets for improving the efficacy of cancer immunotherapy, and
3) understanding age‑associated defects in T cell immunity.

• 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

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• Master’s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required or
• Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
• Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• 1 year Research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent with Bachelor’s degree or
• 4 years Research experience including two years at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college or
• 6 years Research experience with High School Diploma or GED equivalent including 2 years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.

• Performs more difficult scientific and medical research work in science areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific fields.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.
• Collaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.
• Collects and organizes research data for project reports.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Primary

Location:

Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job:
Research & Laboratory

Organization: 355024 – IC‑Lab Wu

Schedule:

Full‑time – Day Job

Employee Status:
Regular

Job Type: Standard

Not Applicable

Full‑time

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