Research Scientist PN, Mineral Metabolism

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

10h

About The Position

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 number 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
Plans, coordinates, directs, and participates in work of smaller research project or major unit of large research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified in terms of extensive training and/or experience.

Perform complex testing and analysis of standard of care tests on urine and serum samples for our CLIA-certified laboratory. Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment used to perform urine and serum testing. Assist in completing and maintaining paperwork for CLIA laboratory certification. Assist in manuscript preparation for papers.

Requirements

• PhD with major course work in the field of assignment or
• Master's Degree with major course work in the field of assignment or
• Bachelor's Degree with major course work in the field of assignment
• 5 years research experience in the field of assignment with PhD including
• 2 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent or
• 7 years research experience in the field of assignment with Master's degree including
• 3 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent or
• 9 years research experience in the field of assignment with Bachelor's degree including
• 4 years at the level of Senior Research Associate or its equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes coordinates, directs, and personally participates in assigned scientific or medical research project.
• Selects or assists in selection of key research personnel.
• Determines specific goals or objectives to be attained.
• Assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
• Plans experimental protocols.
• Reviews and analyzes resulting research data.
• Revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data.
• Compiles, writes, and submits research results to supervisor.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
• Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
• Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
• Supervises group of employees of lower grade engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which vary from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
• May confer with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Perform complex testing and analysis of standard of care tests on urine and serum samples for our CLIA-certified laboratory.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment used to perform urine and serum testing.
• Assist in completing and maintaining paperwork for CLIA laboratory certification.
• Assist in manuscript preparation for papers.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees