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Form of work Why join the Biochemistry Department?
The Department of Biochemistry at UT Southwestern is engaged in vibrant interdisciplinary research at the interface of Chemistry and Biology. Research in the department is centered on understanding how both eukaryotic and bacterial cells function through mechanistic study of metabolic pathways, their catalytic enzymes and their regulatory processes using a range of tools including the development of chemical probes and molecular and biochemical approaches that fuel new discoveries.
Job Summary
The Tu Lab investigates the relationship between cellular metabolism, nutrition, and fundamental regulatory processes. Working in mice, the lab explores novel and unexpected links between metabolism, cell growth, and disease in mammals. This work has implications for understanding cancer, obesity, and a variety of neurodegenerative conditions.
The lab is looking for a Research Assistant II with experience in mouse husbandry, genotyping, metabolic phenotyping and is familiar with oral gavage. This role will involve animal work, which will require flexible hours depending on the needs of the experiment. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, curious, and passionate about the work that they do within a cutting-edge scientific lab.
Experience and Education
• Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent. or
• 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. or
• 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. or
• High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
Laboratory Duties
• Genotyping the lab's mouse colony by performing PCR, gel electrophoresis, and other techniques.
• Mouse work such as husbandry, sacrificing and tissue harvesting.
• Work with genetically engineered mouse models of cancer, obesity, and other disease conditions.
• Prepare various solutions and/or media accordingly.
• Understand how to develop recipes based on concentrations of ingredients.
• Will manage adherence to institutional biosafety and animal care and use standards and keep compliance records/logs up to date.
• Attending lab meetings and planning sessions.
• The ability to participate and possibly lead research projects.
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 specially designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Assembles and analyzes research data.
• Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.
• May supervise a 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
The Department of Biochemistry at UT Southwestern is engaged in vibrant interdisciplinary research at the interface of Chemistry and Biology. Research in the department is centered on understanding how both eukaryotic and bacterial cells function through mechanistic study of metabolic pathways, their catalytic enzymes and their regulatory processes using a range of tools including the development of chemical probes and molecular and biochemical approaches that fuel new discoveries.
Job Summary
The Tu Lab investigates the relationship between cellular metabolism, nutrition, and fundamental regulatory processes. Working in mice, the lab explores novel and unexpected links between metabolism, cell growth, and disease in mammals. This work has implications for understanding cancer, obesity, and a variety of neurodegenerative conditions.
The lab is looking for a Research Assistant II with experience in mouse husbandry, genotyping, metabolic phenotyping and is familiar with oral gavage. This role will involve animal work, which will require flexible hours depending on the needs of the experiment. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, curious, and passionate about the work that they do within a cutting-edge scientific lab.
Experience and Education
• Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent. or
• 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. or
• 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. or
• High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
Laboratory Duties
• Genotyping the lab's mouse colony by performing PCR, gel electrophoresis, and other techniques.
• Mouse work such as husbandry, sacrificing and tissue harvesting.
• Work with genetically engineered mouse models of cancer, obesity, and other disease conditions.
• Prepare various solutions and/or media accordingly.
• Understand how to develop recipes based on concentrations of ingredients.
• Will manage adherence to institutional biosafety and animal care and use standards and keep compliance records/logs up to date.
• Attending lab meetings and planning sessions.
• The ability to participate and possibly lead research projects.
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 specially designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Assembles and analyzes research data.
• Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.
• May supervise a 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
