Research Technician II, Psychiatry

Research Technician II, Psychiatry

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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 your career growth and development.

Job Summary Works under minimal supervision to provide responsible technical assistance in the performance of assignments requiring basic knowledge of techniques and practices related to the field of science. The candidate will do lab supply ordering, order tracking and follow‑up for several basic science labs; arrange lab travel and coordinate expense reimbursements; coordinate with the Neuroscience Department on Joint Seminar Series;

maintain core equipment and shared research spaces including dishwasher/autoclaves, incubators, chemical benches, cold room and tissue culture spaces; ship hazardous materials; coordinate weekly PYN social hour; assist with onboarding new division employees; reconcile lab expense purchases and outstanding encumbrances; and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Required – Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in the field of assignment (no experience required) or two (2) years of college with emphasis in coursework in the field of assignment or high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• No experience required with Bachelor’s degree; two (2) years of laboratory experience at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with two (2) years of college.
• Four (4) years of laboratory experience including two years at the level of Laboratory Technical Assistant or equivalent with high school graduation or GED equivalent.

Job Duties

• Performs routine scientific and medical research work in areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field.
• Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus.
• Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor.
• Assists in collection of data for project reports.
• Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures.
• May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phases of the research project.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Security This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement UT 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 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.

Primary Location 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75205

Job Details

• Seniority level Not Applicable
• Employment type Full‑time
• Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care
• Schedule Full‑time
• Shift Day Job
• Employee Status Regular
• Job Type Standard
• Job posting date:
  Jan 10, 2026

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