Research Scientist II Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 27601)

Description

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. In addition to assuring day‐to‐day operations, the Research Scientist II position will provide strategic planning for the continued growth of the core programs in coordination with the Bioscience Core Manager.

Minimum Education and Experience

A minimum of a PhD in a field directly related to research and a minimum of two years of experience/expertise as noted below.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating Illumina sequencing platform and library preparation.
• Experience performing single-cell sequencing and/or spatial transcriptomics.
• Experience operating small animal imaging instruments e.g. IVIS optical imager, micro CT, MRI.
• Previous working experiences in core laboratories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operation and Maintenance:

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

Expertise and Specialization:

• 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.
• Assist in the development and design of new Genome Center service protocols. Write and update SOPs as required.
• Adapt the latest technologies in the genomics field to develop and design new Genome Center services. Write and update SOPs as required.

Training:

• Train students and other lab members as assigned.

Customer Service (Service Cores):

• 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.

Additional Information

There is no remote work for this position.

What We Can Offer
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:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• 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
• Dental/Vision/AD&D 
• 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, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.   Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.  
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Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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