What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Instructor - Neurology position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
The Department of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Ph.D. trained researcher/scientist to join an established research lab with state-of-the-art facilities. The successful candidate will assist the Principal Investigator in NIH-funded studies investigating changes in excitability in olivary neurons in mouse models of ataxia. The successful candidate will also conduct reserach focusing on ion channels in brainstem function disorders such as epilepsy.
- Ph.D. trained researcher/scientist
- Familiar with mouse models of ataxia
- Experienced in ion channel research
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.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
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!
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
