Associate Director of Throughput Reaction Discovery & Synthesis Center

Job Summary

University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is seeking an Associate Director for the High Throughput Reaction Discovery and Synthesis Center (HT-RDS Center). The applicant will design and develop workflows for automated, micro-scale parallel experimentation, used for optimizing new reactions and high-throughput synthesis of libraries for biological screening. Additional responsibilities include creating policies and procedures for center use by external groups and supporting research efforts of academic groups at UTD and affiliated schools.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5‑7 years related professional experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

An advanced degree (PhD preferred) would be ideal.

Ideal candidate has experience in catalysis, synthetic methodology development, laboratory automation, instrumentation, and data analysis. Experience developing workflows for micro‑scale parallel reaction optimization; small molecule synthesis, analysis of reaction mixtures, purification and characterization of reaction products; and working with air‑sensitive materials under inert atmosphere. Good oral and written communication skills are required for report/proposal writing, collaboration, and research presentations. The position requires maintaining the security or integrity of critical infrastructure per Texas Business and Commerce Code Section 117.001(2).

• Oversee a facility that supports micro‑scale parallel reaction optimization and high‑throughput synthesis of libraries for biological screening.
• Develop workflows for automated/parallel experimentation for use by academic groups at UTD and external schools and industrial users.
• Maintain facility instruments and handle general day‑to‑day administrative tasks.
• Purchase chemicals and consumables for the facility.
• Collaborate with principal investigators at UTD to incorporate new technologies.
• Prepare periodic reports on the facility’s output and status for principal investigators.
• Upgrade and procure new equipment as needs evolve.
• Identify and apply for external funding from government and private sources.
• Attend and present work at national meetings and other venues to showcase and advertise the center’s activities.
• Train and assist users (undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate researchers) on equipment use, user‑performed maintenance, and application of parallel micro‑scale experimentation.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee‑friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance – 100% paid employee coverage for full‑time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short‑term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to professional development opportunities, including membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.