Research Technician II, Children's Research Institute

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to particular field of science.

UT Southwestern Medical Center has a job opening for a Research Technician II for the Agathocleous laboratory in Children’s Medical Center Research Institute, starting around May 2026. The Dr. Michalis Agathocleous laboratory investigates the role of metabolism in blood formation, leukemia, and infection (Nature 549:476, Cell Metabolism 33:1777, Nature Communications 14:2610). We use genetic mouse models, stem cell assays, and mass spectrometry techniques. We are part of the Children s Medical Center Research Institute, a collaborative environment working on basic and translational biology in stem cells, cancer, and metabolism. Primary lab work is to assist with research projects, perform experiments, analyze data, genotyping, and mouse colony management. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates who are aiming to pursue future graduate studies in related research areas.
Training in molecular biology or biochemistry is desirable.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree With major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or
• Two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment or
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• No experience required with Bachelor's Degree or
• 2 years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college or
• 4 years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with High School Graduation or GED equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Training in molecular biology or biochemistry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assists in collection of data for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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: Entry Level