Research Technician , Biochemistry

Job Summary

The Dr. Jinfang Wang laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, is seeking a Research Technician. The lab studies the dynamic mechanisms governing cytosolic and mitochondrial translation, integrating quantitative biochemical, single‑molecule fluorescence biophysical, structural, and genetics approaches. This position is suitable for a recent bachelor’s graduate and welcomes experienced candidates, emphasizing development into an independent scientist with critical thinking and communication skills.

• Be self‑motivated and excited about biochemistry, RNA, and translation.
• Actively participate in lab meetings, presenting own data.
• Assist senior lab mates with experiments and/or experimental analysis most of each workday.
• Perform independent and guided reading into relevant topics for the project.
• Keep a strong lab notebook and communicate experimental plans and issues.

• 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.

• Completion of at least two years of college or specialized training in a relevant field, including courses in physics, chemistry, biology, or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  One year as a Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent; or three years of laboratory experience including at least two years as a Laboratory Technical Assistant, or high‑school diploma or GED equivalent with relevant coursework.

• Assist in conducting experiments and working on research problems in physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry, and related fields via basic, routine procedures.
• Assemble and/or operate various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Record resulting data according to established methods; discuss results with supervisor and modify procedures as instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75007

Full‑time, Day Job, Regular employee status, Standard job type.

June 2, 2026