Research Assistant I Job Listing at UT Dallas in Richardson, TX (Job ID 27864)

Description

We are seeking a full-time Research Assistant I to join Dr. Benedict Kolber's team (www.kolberlab.com). This individual will support and contribute to NIH-funded research projects focused on developing novel analgesic drugs. This role will provide technical assistance for various research projects and conduct research activities according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: patient recruiting and screening, traditional laboratory experiments & activities, informatics, and/or animal laboratory work.

This position blends administrative and research responsibilities, requiring effective communication, reliable organizational skills, and attention to detail. Qualified candidates will demonstrate initiative and adaptability in both independent and collaborative work.
Research experience in a laboratory setting is required. Assignments and work evaluation will be received from the professor/grant administrator (Principal Investigator), Dr. Benedict Kolber.
*This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week between the hours of 9 AM-5 PM Mon-Fri, although intermittent weekend work may be required (substituted for weekday hours).
This is an NIH grant-funded position, and continued employment is contingent on the availability of funds.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in one of the basic sciences or an equivalent combination of education and experience in customer service or in daily interactions in a public services environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Additional management experience (scientific or otherwise)
• Preferred experience may include but is not limited to:
  • Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques
  • Knowledge of proper procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals and materials
  • Knowledge of computer applications used to record, analyze, and report findings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Purchasing: including budget tracking, ordering, inventory, and product research; utilizing Quartzy online system for ordering and inventory management
• Assistance with transgenic mouse colony, including breeding, genotyping, record maintenance, training new animal users, ensuring PHS and university policy compliance; this position is the first point of contact for emergent animal issues
• Training and overseeing work study students, undergraduate lab members, and junior technicians; this includes developing training protocols, delegating duties, and reviewing member performance
• Presenting work and assisting others with publications, presentations, grants, and other works
• Ensuring safety compliance both in record-keeping and daily activities, in coordination with university safety personnel; collaborating to implement corrective action and training to resolve violations
• Providing scheduling and administrative support to PI, staff, and students (e.g., recording meetings, ensuring consistent communication among lab members and external collaborators, overseeing shared equipment use)
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the lab space, whether directly or by delegation
• Completing experiments involving both in vitro and in vivo techniques related to testing of novel analgesic agents
• Providing a point of contact second to PI in case of emergencies (e.g. staff issues, equipment malfunction)
• Duties will change depending on the research advancements and personnel

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to follow experimental procedures and to report results accurately
• Ability to keep an inventory of materials and equipment, requisition supplies and maintain purchasing documentation
• Ability to use laboratory materials and equipment properly to assure the validity of results and preserve a safe working environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students

Additional Information

Travel:
This position may require some travel to scientific conferences and/or other laboratories for collaborative research

Work Notice:
Work will be performed on-site and in person.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays 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.

About Us
UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community. Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. “LilyPad” lactation facilities are located throughout the campus. There are several employee resource groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests in helping build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

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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