Research Assistant II – Tower Lab at UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX

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Job Summary

The Department of Surgery is seeking a Research Assistant II to support the Tower Lab, which specializes in multi-omics approaches to musculoskeletal development, repair, and regeneration. The lab focuses on understanding mesenchymal-immune cell interactions within the stem cell niche under physiological conditions and how these interactions influence regenerative or fibrotic outcomes following injury.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bioinformatics Analysis: Analyze single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics data, along with other omics data.
• Data Management: Construct figures, analyze research data, and prepare research material for reports or publications.
• Technical Proficiency: Utilize R and analysis packages such as Seurat and Monocle; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Project Coordination: Plan, coordinate, and supervise research projects; construct and operate laboratory apparatus and equipment.
• Supervision: Potentially supervise Research Technicians and/or lower-grade Research Assistants.

Experience and Education

• Master’s Degree with major coursework in the field and one (1) year of experience as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework and two (2) years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
• Two (2) Years of College or specialized training in histology, serology, or medical technology with five (5) years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.
• High School Graduation with basic sciences courses and seven (7) years of experience, including one (1) year as Research Assistant I or equivalent.

Benefits

Health Benefits:

• PPO and ACO options
• 100% coverage for preventative health (no co-pay)
• Tobacco-free incentives
• Generous prescription drug plan
• Dental and vision coverage options

Retirement Plan:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (defined benefit plan with 5-year vesting)
• Optional tax-sheltered annuity and deferred compensation plan

PTO Benefits:

• 13 paid holidays from day one
• Accrued vacation and sick leave (8 hours/month)

Additional Benefits:

• On-site daycare
• Employee discount program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long-term and short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary group life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage

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