Seasonal -Integrative Biology and Pharmacology

Seasonal Research Assistant

The Department of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology (IBP) is interested in the cell biology, physiology and pharmacology of cell regulation and communication. Our major research themes include the molecular mechanisms and spatiotemporal dynamics of membrane signaling, intracellular and metabolic signaling, the biology and physiology of cell-cell interactions, and the use of computational, structural and systems approaches to decipher signaling networks.

Seasonal hires are a temporary status and therefore may not be employed for a period of more than four and ½ months. These individuals may be hired either as full-time or part-time and must be a minimum age of 16 years.

This position would support research projects by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, often assisting with literature reviews and data entry. Technical skills in cell culture and molecular biology are strongly preferred. Some responsibilities may include work around:

• Mammalian cell culture
• Routine lab maintenance
• Western blotting

Preferred skills:

• Graduate degree in the field of biology, biochemistry, or cell biology.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and lipid biochemistry is preferred.

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Position Summary:

This position would support research projects by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, often assisting with literature reviews and data entry. Technical skills in cell culture and molecular biology are strongly preferred.

Preferred skills:

• Graduate degree in the field of biology, biochemistry, or cell biology.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and lipid biochemistry is preferred.

Position

Key Accountabilities:

Some responsibilities may include work around:

• Mammalian cell culture
• Routine lab maintenance
• Western blotting

Certification/

Skills:

None

Minimum Education:

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred

Minimum Experience:

None

Individuals must be a minimum age of 16 years.

Physical Requirements:

None

Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.