Sr. Research Associate, Radiology

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, 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 you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you\'ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under minimal direction to plan, coordinate, perform, and supervise performance of professional level medical or scientific research assignment related to particular or specialized field of endeavor.

This lab, under the supervision of Dr Bhavya Shah, utilizes intravenously-injected microbubble and Focused Ultrasound to open Blood-brain barrier in different mouse models. BBB opening is further confirmed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging OR Evans Blue Dye. Job duties will include the following : organizes laboratory; determines work assignments to subordinates, advising them as to techniques, procedures, and equipment to be utilized in solution of work problems; reviews completed work for professional quality and attainment of desired results; compiles, records and evaluates research data and develops new or revised techniques and procedures based upon such data; performs or supervises design, development, or adaptation of equipment or apparatus used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.

Candidate should be able to work under minimum supervision. Excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and high attention to detail are necessary.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :

• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

PhD with major coursework in field of assignment and no experience or

Master\'s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or

Bachelor\'s Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or

No experience required with PhD or

5 years of laboratory experience with a Master\'s Degree including at least

2 years at level of Research Associate or equivalent or

6 years of laboratory experience with a Bachelor\'s Degree including at least

2 years at level of Research Associate or equivalent

JOB DUTIES

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

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

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, including 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.

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