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UT Southwestern Medical Center

Research Technician II, Pediatrics

UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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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 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 supports preclinical research studies evaluating gene therapy approaches in rodent models of neurological disorders. Primary responsibilities include plasmid preparation and purification, as well as assisting with the care, maintenance, and monitoring of research rodent colonies. Candidates with prior hands‑on experience handling rodents in a laboratory research setting are strongly preferred. Experience conducting rodent behavioral assays is highly desirable. A strong foundation in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related life sciences discipline is required.

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 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.

Security Security-sensitive position subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer, prohibits discrimination regarding race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. We are committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity.

Primary Location Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job Research & Laboratory

Organization 423016 - PD-Neurology

Schedule Full‑time

Shift Day Job

Employee Status Regular

Job Type Standard

Job Posting Dec 20, 2025, 3:45:42 AM

Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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