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The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Research Assistant II to join the Division of Hematology and Oncology. In this role, the Research Assistant II will work in Dr. Xin Li's lab. As a valued team member, the Research Assistant II will order lab supplies and reagents plus oversee the overall maintenance of the lab. The ideal candidate will also have opportunity to do diverse research projects including microbiome sequencing, cell assays, CRISPR/Cas9-based yeast/bacteria editing, and immunological studies.
Experience and Education- Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
- Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and two (2) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
- Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. and five (5) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
- High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
- 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.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. 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.
To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion
