Part-Time Scientific Research Writer, Nursing Research
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 Join UT Southwestern as a Part-Time Scientific Research Writer in the Center of Nursing Excellence, Magnet Program & Research Department. As UT Southwestern's main institutional hub for nursing research, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice, you will have the opportunity to join a team of peers with a wide-range of experiences to conduct a variety of specialty research studies and nursing projects directly with our talented and patient focused bed-side nurses. At UT Southwestern, exploring your interests and advancements in your career are highly encouraged. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern Magnet Program & Research team where your success is the team's success. 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 Required • Education Master's Degree In Biology or related field of biological science • Experience 2 years Related experience, including experience authoring research publications required Preferred • Education PhD in Biology or related field of biological science JOB DUTIES • Develop and maintain the scientific content of a comprehensive, web-accessible laboratory research data archive for use by internal and third-party research organizations. • Collaborate with PI's and other laboratory personnel to gather sufficient information for incorporation into the research database. • Research and critically evaluate internal and external primary literature and biological databases and compile relevant information to support the work of the subject laboratory. • Coordinate the acquisition and submission of research data to relevant third-party databases. • Assist PI's and other researchers with grant submissions, and with preparation of papers for publication. • Maintain up to date knowledge of primary research subject matter through self-study, attendance at training seminars, etc. • Perform other duties as assigned. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT 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 Statement 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. 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! Apply tot his job