Research Scientist, Cancer Biology, Levi Lab

Research Scientist, Cancer Biology, Levi Lab

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The Levi laboratory in the Division of Burn, Trauma, Acute and Critical Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, seeks a Research Scientist with an Osteosarcoma focus. The position requires a minimum commitment of two years and involves bench and animal work related to tendon, muscle, and bone injury/fibrosis and regeneration. Responsibilities include routine molecular bench work, animal handling and surgeries, downstream processing (histology, immunofluorescence, confocal imaging, flow cytometry), and single‑cell/bulk RNA sequencing as supervised by the PI.

• Routine molecular bench work combined with the use of animal models
• Animal handling, injections, modified diet maintenance, surgeries, and sample collection
• Downstream processing: histology, immunofluorescent staining, confocal imaging, flow cytometry, and cell culture

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, western blotting, RNA/DNA extraction, cloning, CRISPR/Cas9, next‑generation sequencing)
• Experience with animal handling, breeding, genotyping, and surgery
• Experience with single‑cell transcriptomics and tissue histology pipelines
• Experience with flow cytometry and mass spectrometry
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational skills, and data analysis using bioinformatics and statistical methods

• Animal breeding, genotyping, handling, and surgery
• Execution of molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, western blotting, RNA/DNA extraction, cloning, CRISPR/Cas9, next‑generation sequencing)
• Flow cytometry and mass spectrometry
• Full histology pipeline from tissue harvest to confocal microscopy
• Design and execution of experiments to uncover molecular mechanisms
• Plan and develop standard operating protocols
• Analyze research data and revise protocols as needed
• Collaborate with industry, government, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain a respectful, inclusive, clean, and functional laboratory environment
• Prepare findings for publication and presentation at conferences
• Participate in grant writing and fundraising efforts
• Train and supervise junior laboratory personnel

UT Southwestern provides a competitive benefits package, including:

• PPO medical plan, day‑one coverage
• 100% preventive healthcare coverage
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Retirement through the Texas Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

• PhD with coursework in the relevant field, or Master's/Bachelor’s with additional experience as outlined below
• Five years of research experience with a PhD and at least two years at Senior Research Associate level, or seven years with a Master’s and three years at Senior level, or nine years with a Bachelor’s and four years at Senior level

• Plan, coordinate, and lead scientific or medical research projects; select key personnel and set objectives
• Review and analyze research data; refine techniques as necessary
• Prepare research manuscripts, reports, and abstracts; serve as co‑author
• Design or adapt equipment for experiments to meet research goals
• Supervise training of technicians and laboratory staff on protocols, safety, and equipment use
• Supervise a team of lower‑grade employees undertaking technical work
• Collaborate with external stakeholders on project progress
• Perform additional duties as assigned

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, authorizing 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.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
• Job Type: Standard
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time, Day job
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Job Posting Date:
  January 5, 2026