Jobs
>
Richardson

    Lab Technician/Research Assistant - Richardson, United States - University of Texas at Dallas

    Default job background
    Description
    Posting Number S05644P Position Title Lab Technician/Research Assistant Functional Title Department Neuroscience Salary Range $37,000 - $40,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 05/06/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled No Desired Start Date 05/20/2024 Job Summary


    The Rincón-Cortés Lab in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences is seeking an engaged and enthusiastic individual as a Research Laboratory Technician.

    The individual will be responsible for some administrative aspects of running the laboratory (i.e., scheduling, record-keeping, etc.), assisting with animal husbandry procedures and colony management, as well as conducting laboratory research using behavioral methods and neuroscience techniques including but not limited to immunohistochemistry, electrophysiology, chemogenetics, and optical imaging.

    Technical aspects of research studies include but are not limited to study logistics, collection and analysis of data, data management and study documentation for quality assurance review.

    This person will work under the supervision of Dr. Rincón-Cortés as well as independently and collaboratively.

    Initial employment will be one year (anticipated start date of May 20, 2024) with possibility of additional years pending grant funding and positive annual performance reviews.

    This position is grant funded. Initial employment will be one year with the possibility of additional years contingent on the availability of funds.

    Minimum Education and Experience

    Associate degree with a minimum of two years hands on experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

    Preferred Education and Experience


    HIGHLY PREFERRED:

    • Candidates with a degree in Neuroscience and strong background in performing behavioral neuroscience experiments in rodents.
    • Expertise with working with rats.
    • An interest in independent research projects, including authorship on publications and presentations at national conferences, can be arranged if desired.
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities


    Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Contribute to animal husbandry procedures.
    • Set-up, pilot, troubleshoot and execute experiments in support of ongoing and future research projects.
    • Conduct a broad range of research activities/experiments in support of ongoing and new research projects and keep a well-maintained lab notebook.
    • Serve as quality control monitor for the lab: maintain accurate documentation.
    • Learn and execute stereotaxic surgeries, viral infusions and in vivo optical recording techniques.
    • Learn cryosectioning techniques and histological procedures.
    • Implement molecular biology techniques to study changes in gene and/or protein expression in neural samples.
    • Conduct data analysis procedures, keep organized analytical data of performed experiments and report results.
    • Provide support for equipment maintenance as needed.
    • May train and supervise undergraduate students/graduate students/research assistants.
    • Serve as liaison with other UT Dallas offices (Safety, IBCC, etc.).
    • Work closely with PI and staff to resolve issues, and constantly strive to improve the overall efficiency of lab operations.

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

    • At ease working with rats and biological samples.
    • Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills are required for triaging solutions, identifying, and executing troubleshooting efforts, and planning equipment and resource use.
    • Knowledge of general laboratory procedures, basic safety precautions, and laboratory equipment.
    • Provide technical support for the laboratory.
    • Ability to conduct research activities and make decisions according to ethical standards.
    • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
    • A strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy is required.
    • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
    • Must possess strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
    • Responsible for the documentation and maintenance of lab equipment procedures.
    • Excellent written and communication skills.
    • Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel is essential.
    • Other duties as assigned.


    Physical Activities Working Conditions Other -

    This position will be working with our rat colony and must be familiar with working in conditions where those colonies are housed.

    Additional Information

    What We Can Offer

    UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

    Competitive Salary

    Tuition Benefits

    Internal Training

    Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees

    Dental Insurance

    Vision Insurance

    Long and short-term disability

    Retirement Plan Options

    Paid time off


    Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

    Visit for more information.

    About Us

    UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences.


    UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.


    The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community.

    Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. "LilyPad" lactation facilities are located throughout the campus.

    There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).


    Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore.

    UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

    Special Instructions Summary

    Expertise with working with rats is highly preferred.

    This position will be working with our rat colony and must be familiar with working in conditions where those colonies are housed.

    Important Message

    1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

    2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community.

    UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment.

    EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.


  • 77 Consultants Richardson, United States

    Core duties include, but are not limited to the following: · - Perform outpatient ophthalmology technician health care services required for Government beneficiaries. · - Assist ophthalmologist in surgery and perform ophthalmic clinical photography, fluorescence angiography, elec ...

  • University of Texas at Dallas

    Research Assistant I

    3 weeks ago


    University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Number S05650P Position Title Research Assistant I Functional Title Department Neuroscience Salary Range $36,000 - $40,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 05/15/2024 Posting Cl ...


  • University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Number S05532P Position Title Research Assistant I Functional Title Department Psychology Salary Range $35,693 - $38,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 03/12/2024 Posting Clos ...


  • University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Number S05646P Position Title Research Assistant I Functional Title Department Neuroscience Salary Range $35,360 - $37,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 05/07/2024 Posting Cl ...

  • University of Texas at Dallas

    Research Assistant I

    2 weeks ago


    University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Details · Posting Details · Posting Number · S05650P · Position Title · Research Assistant I · Functional Title · Department · Neuroscience · Salary Range · $36,000 - $40,000, DOQ · Pay Basis · Monthly · Position Status · Regular full-time · Location · Richardson ...


  • University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Details · Posting Details · Posting Number · S05532P · Position Title · Research Assistant I · Functional Title · Department · Psychology · Salary Range · $35,693 - $38,000, DOQ · Pay Basis · Monthly · Position Status · Regular full-time · Location · Richardson ...


  • SGS Richardson, United States Part time

    Job Description · As the Part-Time Clinical Research Assistant, you will provide clinical support to Clinical Research Coordinators and/or Principal Investigators. This position is On-Call. · Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform ...


  • SGS Richardson, United States Part time

    Job Description · As the Part-Time Clinical Research Assistant, you will provide clinical support to Clinical Research Coordinators and/or Principal Investigators. This position is On-Call. · Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform ...


  • SGS Group Richardson, United States

    Company Description · We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to ...


  • SGS Group Richardson, United States

    Company Description · We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to ...


  • Compunnel, Inc. Plano, United States

    Job Description · Job Description · Description:JOB DUTIES & REQUIRED SKILLS:Capable of working in the lab under GLP/GMP practicesAccurate data entry, documentation, following the procedures is a mustCapable of interacting with other employees to independently identify and organi ...

  • University of Texas at Dallas

    Research Assistant I

    3 weeks ago


    University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Details · Posting Details · Posting Number · S05646P · Position Title · Research Assistant I · Functional Title · Department · Neuroscience · Salary Range · $35,360 - $37,000, DOQ · Pay Basis · Monthly · Position Status · Regular full-time · Location · Richardson ...

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    Research Technician

    3 weeks ago


    The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Dallas, United States

    Job Title: · Research Technician Cao Lab at UT Southwestern Medical Center · Job Number: · 75367 · Location: · Dallas, US · Job Description · Come join the · [Please click the Apply button for the link or email] · at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX · Ranked ...


  • VCA Animal Hospitals Plano, United States

    $18.00-$22.000/hr. · JOIN OUR FAMILY · Are you looking to be a part of a hospital team that feels like family, while having the support and resources to push your career forward? If so, we would love to connect with you VCA Animal Care Hospital in Plano, TX is seeking a Veterinar ...


  • Sunridge Management Plano, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionMake Ready Tech / Assistant Maintenance · POSITION: Make Ready Tech / Assistant Maintenance · REPORTS TO: Lead Maintenance Technician & Property Manager · The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associ ...


  • University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, United States

    Posting Details · Posting Details · Posting Number · S05616P · Position Title · Research Technician I or II-Biological Sciences · Functional Title · Research Technician I or II-Biological Sciences · Department · Biological Sciences · Salary Range · $35,360-$50,000 DOQ and L ...


  • JobRialto Plano, United States

    : · JOB DUTIES & REQUIRED SKILLS: · Capable of working in the lab under GLP/GMP practices · Accurate data entry, documentation, following the procedures is a must · Capable of interacting with other employees to independently identify and organize resources for conduct of exp ...

  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Research Technician I

    3 weeks ago


    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Dallas, United States

    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 bene ...

  • Fortrea

    Research Technician I

    3 weeks ago


    Fortrea Dallas, United States

    As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and techn ...


  • UT Southwestern Dallas, United States Full time

    Why UT Southwestern's Radiology Department? · The offers an unparalleled level of clinical prowess that covers every known disease and injury and spans 13 divisions. The Radiology Department's primary focus is providing accurate interpretation and insightful and timely reportin ...