Research Engineering​/Scientist Associate III

Job Title: Research Engineering/Scientist Associate III

Hiring Department: Molecular Biosciences

Carry out research into biochemistry, synthetic biology, and protein and RNA engineering.

• Administration and project management of funded research programs. Schedule meetings, organize data, and prepare reports or other communications for the PI.
• Collaborate with postdoctoral fellows and graduate students on various projects. Train graduate students in NGS experimental protocols and analysis.
• Conduct general laboratory duties, including ordering supplies, tracking inventory, and overseeing the maintenance of basic laboratory equipment.
• Spearhead, perform, and troubleshoot human antibody research tasks, including the preparation, processing and bioinformatic analysis of B‑cell DNA libraries using NGS.

Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline with 4 years of relevant experience. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Previous experience with cloning, mutagenesis, and protein expression.

$55,000 + DOE

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around biohazards.
• May work around chemicals.

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.