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Job Summary

The Harbour Lab is seeking a motivated Research Assistant II to join our team. This role supports scientific and medical research, ensuring smooth lab operations. Key responsibilities include collecting and processing patient specimens (tissue, blood, etc.), maintaining patient sample databases, and conducting research under the supervision of senior lab members. The technician will record and analyze data for scientific papers, collaborate on preparing scientific publications, order supplies, manage inventory, and assist with lab equipment maintenance and general upkeep. Additional duties involve supporting budget development, invoicing, financial oversight, grant submission and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with IACUC, IBC, Biosafety, and human subject research standards.

Preferred skills for this position include proficiency in handling patient specimens, experience with lab equipment maintenance, database management, strong organizational skills, research and data analysis experience, scientific literature knowledge, and publication preparation experience. The ideal candidate will also have competence in supply and inventory management, budgeting and financial skills, grant management experience, and knowledge of compliance standards (IACUC, IBC, Biosafety, human subjects). Attention to detail, strong communication skills, time management, and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Experience and Education

• Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent. or

• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and two (2) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent. or

• Completion of two (2) years of college or specialized training in histology, serology, medical technology, etc. and five (5) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent. or

• High school graduation with courses in basic sciences and seven (7) years' experience to include one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.

Job Duties

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects, which may be limited as segment of larger project, exercising responsibility for project performance and accountability for progress; and/or personally performs advanced scientific and medical research work, suggesting modifications to, or improvements in, design of research projects, presenting original ideas for follow-up studies, and recommending utilization of new or revised techniques and procedures to obtain desired results.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates experimental or other specially designed laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Assembles and analyzes research data.
• Assists in preparation of research material for reports or publication.
• May supervise group of Research Technicians and/or Research Assistants of lower grade, making work assignments, advising on work procedures, and reviewing work in process and upon completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

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