Research Assistant II, Microbiology
UT Southwestern Medical CenterWHY 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 No. 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 general direction to either plan, coordinate, supervise, and participate in assigned research projects or perform more complex research assignments requiring considerable experience and thorough knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical or scientific research. The Campbell Lab in the Department of Microbiology at UT Southwestern studies how diarrhea-causing bacteria colonize, spread, and cause disease in the mammalian intestine. We offer the opportunity to train in bacterial genetics, animal models of infectious disease, and next-generation sequencing technologies. Our ultimate goal is to build the knowledge needed to protect vulnerable populations from enteric disease. We are seeking a Research Assistant II to perform research experiments & set-up of brand new lab. Preferred skills include hands-on experience in microbiology, bacterial genetics, and/or molecular biology (cloning, PCR, genetic engineering of bacteria); next generation sequencing library prep and/or analysis of sequencing data (R, Python, or command-line experience); experience with mouse models or willingness to be trained in animal work; working with bacteria under BSL-2 conditions. Role will also require administrative tasks of lab management ordering supplies/equipment in the Procurement Portal, reconciliation of lab OneCard transactions, & maintaining equipment/service contracts. Must be able to work both independently & collaboratively in a team and have excellent communication & organization skills. 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 EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education Master’s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or Completion of 2 years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. or High School Diploma including courses in basic sciences or GED equivalent Experience 1 year of experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent with Master’s degree or 2 years of experience including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with two years of college or 7 years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent with High School Diploma or GED equivalent 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 …