Research Technician II, O'Donnell Brain Institute

Research Technician II, O'Donnell Brain Institute (953900)

Job Description

Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to a particular field of science.

• Conduct routine wet-lab experiments, prepare reagents, process samples, maintain laboratory records and equipment, and support ongoing research activities under the supervision of the PI and senior laboratory personnel.
• Perform routine scientific and medical research work in areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific fields.
• Assemble and/or operate various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Record research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assist in collection of data for project reports.
• Read literature and confer with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in a limited phase of a research project.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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

• Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience, or
• Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment, or
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• No experience required with Bachelor's Degree, or
• Two (2) years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college, or
• Four (4) years of laboratory experience including two (2) years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent

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 an equal‑opportunity employer and 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.