Research Assistant I, AI

Research Assistant I, Advanced Imaging Research

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 patients and employees. With over 20,000 employees, we are committed to continuing our growth with the best professionals in the healthcare industry. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.

Job Summary

• The Advanced Imaging Research Center is seeking a Research Assistant I. The employee will be responsible for the following duties:
• Provides leadership for laboratory activities and all phases of major research projects.
• Oversees and provides direction for a wide range of advanced laboratory and research experiments; may also participate in more complex and/or advanced activities.
• Small animal handling and housing; blood extraction, perfusion process.
• Perform histology and immunohistology staining.
• Maintains documentation and appropriate tracking of research outputs (samples, data, etc.) and laboratory equipment maintenance.
• Provides guidance and reviews completed research reports or analyses for research studies or projects.
• Trains and coordinates the assignment of various laboratory staff; oversees the performance and is responsible for managing laboratory activities.
• Develops and trains on various protocols and processes; ensures laboratory safety compliance.
• Consults with clients concerning technical requirements and problems in order to develop possible solutions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or directly related field and at least 1 year directly related experience.

Experience and Education

• Master’s degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required OR
• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent OR
• Two (2) years college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment and four (4) years research experience including two (2) years at level of Research Technician or equivalent OR
• High school graduation or GED and six (6) years research experience to include two (2) years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.

Job Duties

• Performs more difficult scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.
• Collaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.
• Collects and organizes research data for project reports.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. 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.