Job Information
The University Of Texas At Dallas Research Technician I or II-Biological Sciences in Dallas, Texas
Posting Number: S05616P
Department: Biological Sciences
Salary Range: $35,360-$50,000 DOQ and Level of Position Hired
Pay Basis: Monthly
Position Status: Regular full-time
Location: Richardson
Job Description:
The laboratory of Dr. Li Zhang at the University of Texas at Dallas biology department seeks to fill an open position for a Research Tech I or II dependent upon qualifications. The tech will perform mammalian cell culture experiments or mouse experiments to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying tumorigenesis or to evaluate the antitumor efficacy of therapeutic drugs. The experimental results will be published in scientific journals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in one of the basic sciences; Two years experience in scientific or experimental research work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN I:
Salary Range: $35,360 – $40,000 DOQ
Minimum Qualifications
Requires High School graduation or equivalent and six months of experience in scientific research work.
For the Research Tech I position preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in biology or related subjects along with experience with techniques of molecular biology, biochemistry, or related areas in a lab setting. The ideal candidate will have some experience with mammalian tissue culture.
Working knowledge of the various types of equipment in use in the laboratory to which assigned. Extreme accuracy in preparing materials and recording data. Normal laboratory conditions. Sometimes requires working with hazardous equipment and materials or in hazardous environments.
Six months of research laboratory experience is preferred.
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN II:
Salary Range: $40,000 – $50,000 DOQ
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in one of the basic sciences; Two years’ experience in scientific or experimental research work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
To be considered for a Research Tech II, preferred applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or MS degree in relevant field (i.e. Biochemistry, Biology, health sciences). The applicant should have at least one year’s experience with techniques of molecular biology, biochemistry, or related areas in a lab setting. The candidate will have some experience with mammalian tissue culture.
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered. A Master’s degree is preferred; six months of research laboratory experience is preferred. Experience with mammalian cell culture is highly desirable.
Preference may be given to those with strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office, GraphPad Prism, and other relevant programs.
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