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 direction to plan, coordinate, perform, and supervise performance of professional level medical or scientific research assignment related to particular or specialized field of endeavor.
This individual will be responsible for leading a new research project to understand relevant molecular details of extracellular matrix remodeling. This is a highly collaborative project that will include the opportunity to work with colleagues/fibronectin who are experts in exploring protein functions through experimental and computational simulations.
The ideal candidate will compile and evaluate research data; develop new or revised techniques and procedures based upon such data. Performs design, development, or adaptation of equipment or apparatus used in research experiments to obtain desired results. Confer with industrial, governmental, or other professional groups with respect to progress or results of research assignment. Assists principal investigators and other professional personnel in preparation of reports and papers for publication, usually exercising responsibility for writing of particular segment or phase of report or paper. Performs other duties as assigned.
Works under minimal direction to design and conduct experiments in a wet lab setting to investigate biological phenomena, focusing on collagen, fibronectin, and metalloprotease. Key responsibilities include: * Apply advanced techniques in molecular biology, including PCR, cloning, Western blotting, ELISA, and flow cytometry. * Culture and maintain cell lines and perform cell-based assays. * Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical tools and software. *Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including other researchers, technicians, and computational biologists.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. A strong background in wet lab techniques, including hands-on experience with standard molecular and cell biology methods is also preferred. Experience in gene editing, protein purification, or microscopy is a plus. Candidate will also need the ability to design, perform, and troubleshoot experiments independently. Should have strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis software (e.g., GraphPad, Prism). Demonstrated record of scientific productivity through publications in peer-reviewed journals will be highly considered.
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
PhD with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
- Experience
No experience required with PhD or
5 years of laboratory experience with a Master's Degree including at least 2 years at level of Research Associate or equivalent or
6 years of laboratory experience with a Bachelor's Degree including at least 2 years at level of Research Associate or equivalent
JOB DUTIES
- Organizes laboratory to which assigned; determines work assignments of subordinates, advising them as to techniques, procedures, and equipment to be utilized in solution of work problems; reviews completed work for professional quality and attainment of desired results.
- Compiles and evaluates research data, and develops new or revised techniques and procedures based upon such data.
- Performs or supervises design, development, or adaptation of equipment or apparatus used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
- Compiles and analyzes results of research assignments and submits to principal investigator.
- Instructs medical students, graduate students, residents, and other laboratory personnel of lower grade with respect to techniques, procedures, and equipment utilized in research or experiments.
- Confers with industrial, governmental, or other professional groups with respect to progress or results of research assignment.
- Assists principal investigator and other professional personnel in preparation of reports and papers for publication, usually exercising responsibility for writing of particular segment or phase of report or paper.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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 Statement
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.
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Feb 04, 2025