A Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the laboratory of Youxing Jiang, HHMI Investigator and Professor in Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Jiang lab utilizes structural biology, electrophysiology, proteomics, and cell biology imaging tools to study the structure and function of membrane ion channels and transporters. More information about the lab’s research and publications can be found by visiting here
What We Provide:
- A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
- Joining the vibrant UT Southwestern research community.
- Opportunities to attend scientific meetings on an annual basis.
- Professional development and growth via training workshops to strengthen scientific writing skills.
- Opportunities for public speaking and presentation.
- Ability to work independently on research projects and receive direct mentorship from Dr. Jiang.
What You Bring:
- PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, cell biology, or a related field is required.
- Relevant research experiences and skills include but are not limited to protein expression and purification, membrane protein biochemistry and reconstitution, proteomics, structural biology (single particle cryo-EM, cryo-electron tomography, or x-ray crystallography), cell biology imaging techniques, and chemical biology.
- Ability to work optimally with a wide variety of people from all backgrounds and at all levels of training.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of integrity and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Positive demeanor with a problem-solving, resilient approach to research.
- Ambition, self-motivation, and a strong sense of intellectual responsibility and ownership over your work.
Physical Requirements
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Compensation and Benefits
Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.
Compensation Range
$70,000.00 (minimum) – $80,500.00 (midpoint) – $91,000.00 (maximum)
