Research Technician II, Surgery

• 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 No. 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
  Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of science.
  
  The Huang Laboratory at UT Southwestern is seeking a motivated, dependable Research Technician II to support colorectal cancer research. The position combines laboratory operations, animal research, and routine experimental procedures. We especially value individuals who are eager to learn, take pride in their work, follow through on responsibilities, and develop ownership of their assigned tasks. Training in laboratory-specific techniques will be provided.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
• Animal research: Assist with mouse colony management, routine health monitoring, body weight measurements, recordkeeping, and reporting of abnormalities.
• Experimental support: Assist with animal treatments, injections, tissue collection, and sample processing under established protocols and appropriate training.
• Laboratory techniques: Perform routine procedures such as PCR-based genotyping, DNA extraction, and preparation of research samples.
• Laboratory operations: Maintain laboratory supplies, equipment, cleanliness, inventory, and proper sample labeling, storage, and tracking.
• Teamwork and organization: Maintain accurate records, prioritize assigned tasks, communicate effectively, and work with increasing independence as training progresses.

Work Schedule

Regular weekday hours, with occasional scheduled weekend or holiday coverage as required for animal care or ongoing experiments. Coverage responsibilities are coordinated among trained laboratory personnel.

Candidates are not expected to have experience with every procedure. Training will be provided as appropriate

Preferred candidates will have:

• Previous hands-on experience in a biomedical research laboratory, particularly with laboratory animals, is desirable.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Experience with additional laboratory techniques is welcome but not required.

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
  Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
  Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
  High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  

• Experience
  No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or
  2 years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college or
  4 years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent
  

JOB DUTIES

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assists in collection of data for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires exercise of considerable judgment in application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems.
• Work requires precision in preparing material and recording data.
• Work requires working knowledge of various types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• Hazards
• Laboratory Setting

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

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
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.