Research Associate - Molecular Biologist

Job Posting

Title:

Research Associate - Molecular Biologist

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Hiring Department:

Molecular Biosciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Jul 14, 2027

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

The purpose of this position is to perform molecular biology research related to NIH grants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research experiments using a wide variety of techniques, such as biochemical assays and electrophoresis, growth of bacteria, preparation of plasmid DNA, cloning and mutagenesis of plasmid DNA, isolation of RNA and DNA from cells, PCR and RT-PCR, Southern and Northern blotting, and reporter assays, protein expression and purification, in vitro mutagenesis, and biochemical assays, Next-generation RNA sequencing, RNA-seq library construction, and data analysis.

• Provide instruction, assistance and mentoring to graduate students.

• Write manuscripts and assist in the preparation of reports, abstracts, manuscripts and proposals. Make presentations at lab meetings, attend lab meetings and other meetings. Order chemicals and supplies specific to current project.

PhD in biochemistry, biology, molecular biology or closely related field. History of research productivity as evidenced by a strong publication record. Demonstrated ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to work well with a broad group of faculty, staff, and students, including the willingness and ability to mentor graduate students.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Relevant laboratory experience with various molecular biological techniques. Three years of post-doctoral experience in a relevant field.

$62,000 + depending on qualifications

• Personal protection equipment (furnished)

• May work around chemical fumes

• May work around standard office conditions

• May work around bio-hazards

• May work around chemicals

• Resume/CV

• Minimum of three letters of reference, at least two of which must be from referees outside of the University of Texas at Austin

• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

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

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

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.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the…