Sr. Research Scientist, Pathology

Sr. Research Scientist, Pathology (954589)

Job Description

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 broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in the work of major research projects in the field of specialization for which the incumbent is particularly qualified by virtue of extensive training and experience.

• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits

Required

• PhD with major coursework in the field of assignment or
• Master's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment or
• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment

• 6 years research experience in the field of assignment, including at least 1 year at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a PhD
• 9 years research experience, including at least 2 years at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a Master's degree
• 12 years of research experience, including at least 4 years at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a Bachelor's degree

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in major medical or scientific research projects, including development and implementation of research protocols; selects key research personnel; determines specific goals or objectives to be attained; assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
• Reviews and analyzes resulting research data; revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated by research data; compiles, writes, and submits project results to the principal investigator or department chairman.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of the co‑authors.
• Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
• Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
• Confers with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of the research project.
• Supervises a large group of employees engaged in the performance of technical and professional work, which varies from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
• 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.