Research Assistant I, Immunology, Wu Lab

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Immunology Department

The Immunology Department at UT Southwestern provides excellent opportunities for training in the concepts and techniques of contemporary biomedical sciences. Our mission is two-fold: advance knowledge and understanding of disorders of the immune system, and train future generations of scientists. These dual functions make the Department of Immunology a key contributor in UT Southwestern's promise of delivering the future of medicine, today.

Job Summary

A Research Assistant I is available in the laboratory of Dr. Tuoqi Wu, whose laboratory https://labs.utsouthwestern.edu/wu-tuoqi-lab has several exciting projects related to 1) understand the molecular mechanism of T-cell stemness and T-cell exhaustion, 2) identify novel targets for improving the efficacy of cancer immunotherapy, and 3) understand age-associated defects in the T cell immunity.

Experience and Education

• Master's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience required OR
• Bachelor's degree with major coursework in field of assignment and one (1) year research experience at level of Research Technician or equivalent OR
• Two (2) years college with emphasis in coursework in field of assignment and four (4) years research experience including two (2) years at level of Research Technician or equivalent OR
• High school graduation or GED and six (6) years research experience to include two (2) years at level of Research Technician or equivalent.

Lab Duties

• Provide general support to laboratory staff and PI. Maintain the laboratory and equipment in working and clean conditions.
• Maintain laboratory compliance to safety regulations.
• Collects, accurately records and analyzes data in conjunction with other research staff. Isolate, maintain, and culture tumor cells and T cells.
• Genotype and phenotype mice.
• Maintenance of mouse colony.
• Previous experience with mouse handling is preferred.
• Perform flow cytometric analyses.
• Perform PCR and DNA cloning analyses.
• Process cancer patient samples.
• Order reagents and materials and oversee inventory.
• Maintains laboratory records, supplies, samples in an organized manner.
• Take part in lab meetings and present data.
• Perform other tasks, as needed.

Job Duties

• Performs more difficult scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Constructs, assembles, and operates laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records and evaluates data obtained from work assignments for use in scientific papers.
• Collaborates with supervisor or other research personnel in preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning procedures and implementation.
• Collects and organizes research data for project reports.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of Research Technicians or other laboratory personnel of lower grade.
• 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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