Research Technician
Job description:
The Patel Lab at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a curious and motivated research technician/lab manager to help uncover how the immune system controls liver metabolism. Led by physician-scientist Dr. Suraj Patel, our lab combines fundamental discovery with translational biology to understand liver disease and generate insights that could inform future therapies. This position offers hands-on research experience, close collaboration with postdoctoral fellows and research scientists, and the opportunity to lead your own project. The ideal candidate is organized, detail oriented, eager to learn, and able to commit to working in the lab for 2 years.
See lab website for more information: https://www.surajpatellab.com/
Job Duties:
- Maintain mouse colonies, set up breeding cages, and perform genotyping to support studies of liver metabolism and immune regulation
- Coordinate procurement and manage lab expenses to keep research projects moving forward
- Assist with preparation of scientific papers and abstracts, helping communicate the lab’s discoveries
- Assist with data analysis and interpretation of experimental results
- Perform research techniques including gel electrophoresis, western blotting, RNA extraction, qPCR, and in vivo mouse studies
- Perform cell culture experiments with careful attention to maintaining sterile conditions
- Oversee general lab maintenance and equipment to support day-to-day research
- Opportunity to take ownership of and lead your own research project
Experience and Education:
Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field. Prior lab experience is preferred but not required. We welcome applicants who bring curiosity, initiative, and enthusiasm for hands-on research.