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Research Technician II

University of Texas at Dallas

Up to $40,000 DOQ

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work

United States, Texas, Richardson

Oct 07, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06663P
Position Title	Research Technician II
Functional Title	Research Technician
Department	Bioengineering
Salary Range	Up to $40,000 DOQ
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)	10/31/2026
Posting Open Date	10/07/2025
Posting Close Date	10/31/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	11/03/2025
Job Summary	A Research Technician position is immediately available in the Gao Laboratory in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Texas at Dallas. The successful candidate must i) be passionate about healthcare research, ii) demonstrate exceptional technical and communication skills in English, and iii) have previous experience in assisting with human subject research or animal research, including IRB or IACUC protocol compliance. The candidate will play a critical role in assisting with hands-on research in the field of biomedical engineering. This is a 1-year position, renewable pending funding availability, satisfactory performance.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in one of the basic sciences; Two years experience in scientific or experimental research work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in biomedical engineering, materials science, biochemistry, pharmaceutics, and related fields. A minimum of two years of experience with wet lab equipment and related facilities. Experiences with human subject research and animal research. Experience collaborating with undergraduate and graduate student researchers. Prior experience with IRB protocol development and compliance under PI leadership Technical aptitude in any of the following: chemical synthesis, materials development, drug delivery, tumor or bleeding animal models.
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	Essential duties will include: Assisting in the development and management of IRB and/or IACUC protocols under the direct guidance of the PI Conduct wet-lab experiments and experiments involving animal research Perform informed consent in accordance with IRB protocols for research involving human subjects Collaborate with a team of student researchers, providing basic training as needed Maintain accurate and organized research documentation Ensure all activities are conducted ethically and in accordance with relevant regulatory standards
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Additional Information	*A remote work schedule is not available for this position.* What We Can Offer 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 PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.