Medical Research Tech III - Almodovar Lab

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health‑related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond.

This is where world‑class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values‑based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H‑1B I‑129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case‑by‑case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change‑of‑status or change‑of‑employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

A Medical Research Tech III provides support in an assigned research laboratory, conducting specified phases of research projects. You will work without supervision, manage lab supplies, analyze data, maintain accurate experimental records, and help write manuscripts for publication. Work may be required to be done independently, and designated research projects are required. Work is performed under usual laboratory conditions. Some hazards may be present due to use of radioactive, carcinogenic or other potentially harmful substances.

May instruct or direct work of subordinate laboratory personnel.

• excellent molecular biology skills required for quantitative real‑time PCR, cloning, primary cell culture.
• Maintain lab equipment.
• Person‑specific lab duties (making buffers, aliquoting reagents, calibrating pH meter).
• Prepares basic solutions.
• Keeps lab and equipment clean.
• Prepares and maintains lab notebooks.
• Help plan and coordinate collaborative projects.
• Helps maintain lab inventory.
• Assists in designing experiments.
• Assists with lab infrastructure.
• Assists in protocol development.
• Develops protocols for in vitro studies.
• Reads current literature.
• Attends weekly lab meetings.

Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, or equivalent combination (four (4) years) of job‑related experience and college education. Experience may be substituted for college education on a year for year basis.

• Prior working knowledge of molecular biology for quantitative real‑time PCR, cloning and primary cell culture.
• Experience with research animal (mouse or rat) handling and welfare.
• Evidence of several scientific presentations in national or international conferences over the past three years. (listed on resume)
• Knowledge of mammalian cell culture (primary cells), cell transductions using viral RNA or transfections using lentiviral particles, western blots using chemiluminescence, multiplex ELISA, and flow cytometry.

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace

Full Time

Hourly

15.00

31.50

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan…