Lab Technician/Research Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details


Posting Number
S07055P


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
07/30/2026


Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
No


Desired Start Date
08/24/2026


Job Summary


The Brain Circuits Laboratory , led by Drs. Steven Small and Ana Solodkin, is seeking a highly motivated Lab Technician with a strong interest in brain aging, neurodegeneration, and computational neuroscience. The position emphasizes research on macro-scale and multi-scale dynamic connectivity.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for supporting the administrative aspects of research studies, including scheduling, record-keeping, and coordination with human subjects. Proficiency with the Unix operating system is required, along with the ability to use brain imaging and network analysis software tools and to code in Python, R, and/or MATLAB.

Strong problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential for effectively troubleshooting, planning equipment and resource utilization, and interacting with lab members as well as older adult research participants.

The laboratory is located in the joint UT Dallas / UT Southwestern Texas Instruments Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Building (TI-BMES) on the campus of UT Southwestern. Address: 2336 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75235

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

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 .