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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Sr. Research Scientist, Pediatrics
Works under broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in major research projects in a specialized field. Collaborates with experimental and clinical labs to study biological and biomedical problems related to TSG syndrome-associated developmental abnormalities, tumorigenesis, neural stem cells, and tumors in the nervous system. Works with bioinformatics teams to analyze cancer genomics data and identify predictive biomarkers or drug targets.
Key Responsibilities
- • Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in major medical or scientific research project, including development and implementation of research protocols.
- • Selects key research personnel; determines specific goals or objectives to be attained; assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
- • Reviews and analyzes resulting research data; revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data.
- • Compiles, writes, and submits project results to principal investigator or department chairman.
- • Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
- • Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
- • Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
- • Confers with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
- • Supervises large group of employees engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which varies from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
- • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required
- • Education PhD with major coursework in field of assignment or Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
- • 6 years research experience in field of assignment; including at 1 year at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a PhD or 9 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 2 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Master's degree or 12 years of research experience in field of assignment; including at least 4 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Bachelor's degree
- • Attention to detail, time management, effective communication skills, ability to problem solve and work independently, teamwork, customer/client service, and professionalism.
- • Minimum working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Preferred
- • Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or degree in Biology/Genetics/neuroscience.
- • Research experience in neuroscience, cancer biology, single-cell genomics and childhood diseases desirable.
Benefits & Perks
- • 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
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 broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in work of major research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified by virtue of extensive training and experience.
Collaborate with experimental and clinical labs to study a variety of biological and biomedical problems related to TSG syndrome-associated developmental abnormalities and tumorigenesis as well as the role of neural stem cells and tumors in the nervous system. Collaborate with bioinformatics team to study cancer genomics data and identify predictive biomarkers or drug targets. Ideal applicants should have Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or degree in Biology/Genetics/neuroscience. Research experience in neuroscience, cancer biology, single-cell genomics and childhood diseases desirable. Attention to detail, time management, effective communication skills, ability to problem solve and work independently, teamwork, customer/client service, and professionalism. Minimum working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
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:
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
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.
Primary Location
Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job
Research & Laboratory
Organization
423011 - PD-Hematology and Oncology
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Day Job
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Posting
May 10, 2026, 8:44:37 PM
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 broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in work of major research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified by virtue of extensive training and experience.
Collaborate with experimental and clinical labs to study a variety of biological and biomedical problems related to TSG syndrome-associated developmental abnormalities and tumorigenesis as well as the role of neural stem cells and tumors in the nervous system. Collaborate with bioinformatics team to study cancer genomics data and identify predictive biomarkers or drug targets. Ideal applicants should have Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or degree in Biology/Genetics/neuroscience. Research experience in neuroscience, cancer biology, single-cell genomics and childhood diseases desirable. Attention to detail, time management, effective communication skills, ability to problem solve and work independently, teamwork, customer/client service, and professionalism. Minimum working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
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
- Education PhD with major coursework in field of assignment or Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
- Experience 6 years research experience in field of assignment; including at 1 year at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a PhD or 9 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 2 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Master's degree or 12 years of research experience in field of assignment; including at least 4 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Bachelor's degree
- Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in major medical or scientific research project, including development and implementation of research protocols. Selects key research personnel; determines specific goals or objectives to be attained; assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
- Reviews and analyzes resulting research data; revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data. Compiles, writes, and submits project results to principal investigator or department chairman.
- Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
- Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
- Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
- Confers with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
- Supervises large group of employees engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which varies from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
Primary Location
Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job
Research & Laboratory
Organization
423011 - PD-Hematology and Oncology
Schedule
Full-time
Shift
Day Job
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Posting
May 10, 2026, 8:44:37 PM
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