UT Southwestern Medical Center
Research Technician II, Ophthalmology
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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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. This position requires work with live mice and a two-year commitment is preferred. Other preferred qualifications include prior experience with mouse husbandry, animal surgical procedures and anesthesia delivery, and/or the motivation and desire to learn these techniques.
Benefits
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
Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment; no experience required.
Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in the field of assignment.
High School Diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of laboratory experience at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent.
Four (4) years of laboratory experience including two (2) years at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation/GED.
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.
Security and EEO Statement This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
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.
Primary Location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX.
Schedule: Full-time, Day Job.
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Research Technician II, Ophthalmology
role at
UT Southwestern Medical Center .
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. This position requires work with live mice and a two-year commitment is preferred. Other preferred qualifications include prior experience with mouse husbandry, animal surgical procedures and anesthesia delivery, and/or the motivation and desire to learn these techniques.
Benefits
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
Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in the field of assignment; no experience required.
Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in the field of assignment.
High School Diploma or GED.
Two (2) years of laboratory experience at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent.
Four (4) years of laboratory experience including two (2) years at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation/GED.
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.
Security and EEO Statement This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
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.
Primary Location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX.
Schedule: Full-time, Day Job.
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