The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
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Type, TX | United States
Job description
The Department of Radiation Oncology is looking for a Research Associate to be a part of a team in the Molecular Radiation Biology section. As a member of the team this role will plan, organize, coordinate, direct and personally participate in scientific research projects, including development and implementation of research protocols. The Research Associate will design, develop or adapt equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. As well they will plan and supervise training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
· Master’s degree with major coursework in field of assignment and three (3) years of laboratory experience including at least two years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent. or
· Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in field of assignment and four (4) years of laboratory experience including two years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent.
Recommends and/or initiates new or modified procedures and techniques based upon latest developments in assigned field or analysis of research data.
· Performs computer programming for accumulation and analysis of research data.
· Designs, constructs, repairs, or modifies electronic and/or mechanical equipment or apparatus used in experiments and research projects.
· Instructs medical students, graduate students, residents, or other laboratory personnel of lower grade with respect to techniques, procedures, and equipment utilized in research or experiments.
· Assists principal investigator and other professional personnel in writing of reports and papers for publication.
· May provide working supervision to employees of lower grade engaged in performance of variety of difficult and complex laboratory work tasks.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
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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.
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