Research Technician - SHINDO Lab

Research Technician - SHINDO Lab

The Shindo lab opened in August 2024 and studies the mechanisms of intracellular transport and organization in development and disease. The lab is currently funded by an NIH NIGMS R35 grant, which provides stable funding for this position for multiple years. The successful candidate will use Drosophila melanogaster as a model system to lead an independent research project while also supporting ongoing projects in the lab.

This position is particularly suitable for individuals seeking to gain strong research experience under the direct mentorship of the PI before applying to PhD programs. The lab is equipped with a dedicated fly room, a spinning disk confocal microscope, and a laser scanning confocal/STED microscope co-managed by the UTDImaging Core Facility.

Minimum Education and Experience
- Requires High School graduation or equivalent and six months of experience in scientific research work. Working knowledge of the various types of equipment in use in the laboratory to which assigned. Extreme accuracy in preparing materials and recording data. Normal laboratory conditions. Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment and materials or in hazardous environments.

Preferred

Education and Experience
- Experience with Drosophila work, including stock maintenance, genetic crosses, and tissue dissections, is highly preferred. Experience in molecular and cell biology techniques, including cloning, WB, immunofluorescence, and fluorescence microscopy.

Other Qualifications
- To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - A Research Technician position is available for a candidate with a strong background in cell biology, genetics, or neuroscience. Responsibilities include conducting cell biology research projects using the Drosophila brain as a model system, providing technical support for laboratory research activities, assisting with lab management-related duties, and performing other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Laboratory Environment

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information - UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
Competitive Salary, Tuition Benefits, Internal Training, BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees, Vision Insurance, Long and short-term disability, TRS Retirement Plan, Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid Time off, Fertility Benefits. UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs.

Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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