Research Assistant I

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
Category Research
Job Description
Role Overview

Works under general direction to provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in performing assignments requiring experience and good knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical and scientific research.

What You Will Do

Daily maintenance of Flow cytometer, preparation and sterilization of items, following proper protocol for disposing biohazard waste, planning by maintaining stocks and ordering gas and liquid tanks, and training for career development.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Practical and hands on experience required for operating and troubleshooting complex scientific equipment like flow cytometer, microscopes and ultra centrifuges.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required
  • Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
  • Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • 1 year Research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent with Bachelor's degree
  • 4 years Research experience including two years at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college
  • 6 years Research experience with High School Diploma or GED equivalent including 2 years at level of Research Technician or equivalent

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare
  • Paid Time Off
  • 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
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