Research Assistant , Neuroscience

Job Description - Research Assistant I, Neuroscience (926316)

Research Assistant I, Neuroscience - ( 926316 )

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 1 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 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 Shixuan Liu lab in the Neuroscience Department at UT Southwestern brings together molecular, cellular, and systems approaches to study biological clocks, metabolism, and primate biology. We have opportunities for projects spanning genetics, single‑cell omics, disease modeling, behavior studies, and data science.

Please visit our lab website for more details: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

We are seeking a highly motivated and responsible Research Assistant, with a strong background in molecular biology and cell culture. This position provides rigorous research training and career mentorship, including pathways to Ph.D. or other advanced graduate programs at UT Southwestern for interested individuals.

• B.S. in Biology or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Two or more years of hands‑on experience in molecular biology experiments
• Ability to work independently to execute established protocols
• Excellent communication, record‑keeping, and strong attention to details
• A commitment of at least two years is strongly preferred.

• Support single‑cell sequencing experiments by executing established protocols and maintaining high standards of data quality and reproducibility.
• Perform routine molecular biology experiments, including nucleic acid extraction, PCR, sequencing library preparation, and plasmid design, construction, and preparation.
• Contribute to the design and execution of research projects, with opportunities to develop and lead independent or semi‑independent projects as experience and interests align.
• Support general laboratory operations, including inventory management, ordering reagents and consumables, coordinating with vendors and core facilities, and maintaining shared equipment.

• 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
• Education
  • 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
• Experience
  • 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 area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data obtained from work…