Research Assistant I, Neurology

%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith 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

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for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ci%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/i%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive

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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%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWorks under general direction to provide responsible and skilled technical assistance in performing assignments requiring experience and good knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of medical and scientific research.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EWe are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative individual with a strong interest in neuroscience, Alzheimer%27s disease research, and translational science. The ideal candidate is eager to develop both technical and analytical research skills in a dynamic laboratory environment and is committed to contributing to meaningful scientific discoveries.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:rgb(255, 255, 255);color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;margin%5C:0px 0px 12px;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3EQualifications%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:rgb(255, 255, 255);color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;margin%5C:0px 0px 12px;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3EPreferred%5C:%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:rgb(255, 255, 255);color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;margin%5C:12px 0px;orphans%5C:2;padding%5C:revert;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EBachelor%27s degree in Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Physiology, or a related scientific field.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EPrior laboratory research experience through academic coursework, internships, research programs, or employment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EExcellent written and verbal communication skills.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EAbility to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3ECommitment to maintaining accurate records and following established laboratory protocols.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EExperience working with rodent models or a willingness to learn animal handling techniques.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EKnowledge of molecular biology techniques, including PCR, RT-PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, plasmid preparation, and gel electrophoresis.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EExperience with immunohistochemistry, ELISA, immunoassays, or related biochemical techniques.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EFamiliarity with data analysis, graphing software, and basic statistical methods.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EExperience maintaining laboratory inventories, equipment, and research records.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EInterest in pursuing a long-term research experience%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:rgb(255, 255, 255);color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;margin%5C:0px 0px 12px;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3EKey Attributes%5C:%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:rgb(255, 255, 255);color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open 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adapt to evolving research needs.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EDedication to maintaining high standards of research integrity and reproducibility.%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22line-height%5C:1.25;%22%3EThis position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Alzheimer%27s disease research, develop a broad range of laboratory techniques, and contribute to studies that advance our understanding of neurodegenerative disorders. Candidates interested in pursuing graduate school, medical school, or a long-term research career are strongly encouraged to apply.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive

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!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EMaster%27s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3EBachelor%27s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3ECompletion of 2 years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3EHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E1 year Research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent with Bachelor%27s degree or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E4 years Research experience including two years at level of Research Technician or equivalent with 2 years of college or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E6 years Research experience with High School Diploma or GED equivalent including%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E2 years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms more difficult scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EConstructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERecords and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECollaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EReads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECollects and organizes research data for project reports.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMay plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKnowledge, Skills and Abilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires good working knowledge of various types of equipment used in laboratory to which assigned.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires accuracy and precision in all phases of experimental investigation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires exercise of moderate judgment in application of procedures and practices to work problems.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPhysical Requirements%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EHandling%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERepetitive Motions%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESitting%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EStanding%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWorking Conditions%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EHazards%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ELaboratory Setting%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESalary Information%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3ESalary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. 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