A research technician position is available in the Huen Lab at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX. The Huen lab studies metabolic pathways that promote survival and tissue protection during inflammation and tissue injury. Research techniques include in vivo mouse studies, molecular biology, and mitochondrial metabolism studies. https://labs.utsouthwestern.edu/huen-lab

We are looking for an enthusiastic and scientifically curious research technician to assist in ongoing animal studies, to help maintain the lab's mouse colony, and to perform basic molecular biology techniques. The ideal candidate is motivated, organized, detail oriented, and can commit to working in the lab for 1-2 years.

Job Duties

-Participating in an ongoing research project in the laboratory through performing routine scientific research in molecular biology, physiology, metabolism, and other related fields.

-Set-up mouse breeding programs, mouse genotyping, and maintenance of mouse colony.

-General maintenance of the lab.

-Collecting and recording detailed research data

Experience and Education

Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required.

Two (2) years college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment and two (2) years of laboratory experience at level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent.\

How to apply: Submit your CV/resume with a cover letter detailing your interests and short- and long-term career goals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Physical setting:

• University

Experience:

• mouse colony management: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75390: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person