Research Technician II, Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Description - Research Technician II, Orthopaedic Surgery (948332)

Works under supervision of Dr. Paula Hernandez in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Conducts basic science research, sets up and operates lab equipment, prepares materials, performs experiments, records data and analyzes results. Contributes to developments and project requirements, determining objectives, and managing objectives. Prepares reports and presentation-based results. Ensures operational condition of scientific equipment through maintenance and condition. May be required to perform other lab related duties as assigned.

• Establish database (retrospective and prospectively collect data)
• Basic data analysis for research purposes
• Write up abstracts/manuscripts
• Communicate with patients

• 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.

The Hernandez Lab studies sex differences and the effect of sex hormones in articular cartilage biology and mechanobiology. The ideal candidate will learn how to work with human samples, perform cell culture, RNA isolation, qPCR, Western blotting, cryosectioning, histology, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, and atomic force microscopy. Previous experience in some of these techniques is desirable. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate that works well as part of a team as well as independently.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment 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
• Previous experience in the listed laboratory techniques (cell culture, RNA isolation, qPCR, Western blot, cryosectioning, histology, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, atomic force microscopy) is desirable.

• 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.

UEO: 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.