Research Scientist

Functional Title Genome Center Manager, Research Core Facilities

Department

Department Research Operations & Labs

Salary Range

Salary Range $72,000 - $75,000 DOQ

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 02/17/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 03/16/2026

Reporting to the Bioscience Core Manager and under the technical direction of the Faculty Advisory Committee, the Genome Center is seeking a full-time Research Scientist. The Research Scientist is responsible for managing all aspects of the Genome Center, including but not limited to preparing various samples for sequencing services of NGS and Sanger sequencing, maintaining laboratory equipment and records, providing guidance, and being a resource to users of the research core facilities, and support research activities utilizing other bioscience cores as needed.

The incumbent will serve as an expert consultant to the users of the Genome Center regarding the technical details of the Next‑Generation Sequencing and Sanger sequencing.

Master’s degree in a field directly related to specified research area and two (2) years of directly applicable experience conducting research related to the specified field of study.

• Experience operating an Illumina sequencing platform and library preparation
• Experience operating a Sanger sequencing platform
• Experience performing single-cell sequencings and/or spatial transcriptomics
• Previous working experiences in core laboratories

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Operate NGS and Sanger sequencing bench‑top sequencers
• Perform instrument maintenance as scheduled and troubleshoot as required

• Apply molecular biology skills to perform Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation, single cell analysis, spatial transcriptomics and other services as assigned.
• Maintain detailed and well‑organized records of protocols performed and results obtained.
• Adapt the latest technologies in the genomics field to develop and design new Genome center services. Write and update SOPs as required.

• Train students and other lab members as assigned.
• Follow Core guidelines regarding order processing.
• Interact with client user groups and participate in project consultations. Alert supervisor to problems/concerns.
• Excellent written and oral communication and customer service skills are essential.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

There is no remote work for this position.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee‑friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Internal Training
• BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full‑time employees
• PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short‑term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
• Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax‑Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Winter Break
• Fertility Benefits

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

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