Research Assistant II, Pediatrics

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
The Pediatrics Department at UT Southwestern is hiring a Research Assistant II to join Dr. Berge Minassian's laboratory. This research assistant will join a team of researchers and technicians that conduct research toward uncovering the basic mechanisms of Glycogen storage disorders such as Lafora disease. Will work under the direction of research staff to ensure project goals and daily tasks involving mice are met, to include genotyping and husbandry. The candidate is expected to have some experience in mouse handling as well as basic laboratory techniques such as nucleic acid extraction, PCR and DNA electrophoresis.

The applicant should have great proficiency in handling, managing and experimentation with mouse models. She or he should be highly organized and attentive to detail. In addition to mouse facility management, they should know related lab techniques, including PCR and western blotting.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  Master's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and one year of experience required. or
  Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and two years of experience required. or
  Completion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment and five years of experience required. or
  High School Graduation or GED with seven years of experience required.

• Experience
  1 year Research experience at level of Research Assistant I or equivalent with Masters degree. or
  2 years Research experience at level of Research Assistant I or equivalent with Bachelor's degree. or
  5 years Research experience including one year at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college. or
  7 years Research experience including one year at level of Research Technician or equivalent with High School Diploma or GED and

JOB DUTIES

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other special designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
  
• Assembles and analyzes research data.
  
• Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.
  
• May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures and reviewing work in process and upon completion.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
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 Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including 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.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!