Research Associate, Radiation Oncology
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!JOB SUMMARYWorks under general direction to perform professional level medical or scientific research assignments related to particular or specialized field of endeavor.The Cai Lab is seeking to recruit research staff to support ongoing efforts in our discovery platform investigating metabolites as allosteric protein signaling molecules. Qualified candidates should have a strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Xin Cai directly by email. Additional information about the lab can be found at www.xincailab.com.BENEFITSUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequiredEducationMaster's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment orBachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignmentExperience3 years of laboratory experience with Master's degree including2 years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent or4 years of laboratory experience with Bachelor's degree including2 years at level of Research Assistant II or equivalent.JOB DUTIESRecommends 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.SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurityThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.EEOUT 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.