HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE HHMI

HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE HHMI

Research Technician II – Casanova Lab

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · Mid

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Data AnalysisHRISPCRCRISPRMolecular BiologyNGSResearchLab ResearchCommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

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About the role

  • Opportunity to contribute to peer-reviewed publications, with potential co-authorship based on research contributions.
  • Access to the vibrant UT Southwestern Medical Center research community and broader scientific network.

Responsibilities

  • Support senior lab members in day-to-day wet lab experiments focused on the genetics of infectious diseases, including functional studies and genetic analysis.
  • Perform molecular biology techniques including PCR and cloning as core components of ongoing research projects.
  • Assist with library design and/or cloning for high-throughput screening, viral vector production, and next-generation sequencing (NGS) preparation, depending on project assignment.
  • Collaborate actively with team members across both lab project teams, providing and receiving support as needed.
  • A close-knit, collaborative lab environment where cross-team support is encouraged and teamwork is a core value.
  • Regular participation in lab meetings, including opportunities to present findings and develop scientific communication skills.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant life sciences or engineering field with at least 3 years of research experience in academia or industry
  • OR a Master's degree in a relevant life sciences or engineering field with at least 1 year of relevant research experience.
  • Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques, including PCR and cloning (required).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
  • Dynamic, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced research environment where priorities can shift.
  • Strong teamwork orientation - this role requires frequent collaboration and mutual support across lab projects.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively across competing demands.
  • Physical Requirements
  • Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time

Nice to have

  • Prior experience with CRISPR-based genome editing tools, including knockout, HDR knock-in, base editing, or prime editing (preferred).
  • Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: design and/or cloning of libraries for high-throughput screening
  • viral vector production
  • NGS library preparation
  • and/or basic coding skills for data analysis including R or Python.

Skills

  • Ad-hoc opportunities to attend scientific conferences and skill-specific learning events, based on performance and project relevance.

Compensation

  • Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs.
  • Annual The posted range reflects HHMI's good faith estimate of the anticipated hiring salary range for this role at the time of posting.
  • Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Benefits

  • A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
  • Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

Company info

  • For more information, visit https://www.hgid.org/ About the Role We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and team-oriented Research Technician II to join the Casanova Lab.
  • We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and team-oriented Research Technician II to join the Casanova Lab.

Equal opportunity

  • Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation.
  • Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
  • HHMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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