Lab Technician/Research Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S07074P

Position Title
Lab Technician/Research Assistant

Functional Title

Department
Neuroscience

Salary Range
$37,000, DOQ

Pay Basis
Monthly

Position Status
Regular full-time

Location
Dallas

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date
06/02/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Desired Start Date
07/01/2026

Job Summary
The Brain Circuits Laboratory , led by Drs. Steven Small and Ana Solodkin, is seeking a highly motivated Lab Technician interested in the computational modeling for early diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease.

This position will utilize model-based and model free metrics as individual fingerprinting for early diagnosis in dementia specially in Alzheimer Disease. The approach seeks to assess brain dynamics to provide a mechanistic assessment in converters to AD. The modeling approach will utilize The Virtual Brain neuroinformatics platform. The work entails significant effort in computational neuroscience and biophysics. This position is tied to the North Texas Alzheimer Disease Research Center and is funded by the NIH.

The Solodkin/Small Brain Circuits Laboratory is located in the Texas Instruments Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Building on the campus of UT Southwestern Medical Center. Address: 2336 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75235. The lab benefits from close proximity to world-class research facilities, including:

• The UT Dallas Center for BrainHealth (featuring two Siemens Prisma 3T MRI systems)
• The UT Dallas Center for Vital Longevity, a leading institute for brain aging research
• The Advanced Imaging Research Center at UT Southwestern (housing a 7T MRI scanner and a MEG unit)
• The Departments of Neurology and Psychiatry at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas is a major international economic hub offering a vibrant cultural scene, thriving communities, and world-class sports and entertainment, all within a temperate climate.

The continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds.

Minimum Education and Experience
Associate degree with a minimum of two years hands on experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Candidates with a strong background in brain imaging, computational neuroscience, and/or biophysics.

Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the laboratories
• Running a laboratory (i.e., scheduling, record-keeping, etc.) and interacting with human subjects
• Manage data analysis, brain imaging, multivariate image analysis
• Help manage undergraduate research assistants
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of human clinical research, cognitive and motor testing, and brain imaging
• Ability to perform brain imaging analysis, including scripting and coding
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to conduct research activities and make decisions according to ethical standards

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Attendance at the TI-BMES building on the UTSW campus
• Training to safely work with MRI scanners

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information


Remote Work: Intermittently possible but not consistent. Following the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a partial hybrid work schedule (a combination of remote and in-office work), subject to business needs and manager approval. The selected candidate must reside within the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area and be able to report to campus with 24 hours' notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement must be completed within 14 days of approval.

Travel: Some travel to the Brain Health Imaging Center - 2200 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75235

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short-term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

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.

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Special Instructions Summary

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. 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 .