Job Details:
Purpose
The Woznica Lab at The University of Texas at Austin (woznicalab.com), in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is seeking a senior Research Associate to be a vital member of our research team. Research in the Woznica lab seeks to understand mechanisms underlying host-microbe interactions and immune responses in choanoflagellates to (i) discover new mechanisms of immunity, and (ii) reconstruct the origin and evolution of innate immunity in animals. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and curiosity-driven researcher that has previous experience in microbiology and cell biology, has led multiple independent research projects, and is excited to support the growth of a interdisciplinary research team.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance of bacterial, choanoflagellate, and mammalian cell lines
- Conducting experiments in bacterial, choanoflagellate, and mammalian systems (including, but not limited to: cloning, transfection, genome editing, immunostaining, microscopy, flow cytometry, protein expression and purification)
- Optimizing experimental workflows
- Analyzing and communicating data from experiments
- Maintaining meticulous lab records
- Staying up-to-date with relevant literature
- Attending and presenting at lab meetings and conferences
- Drafting figures and manuscripts
- Lab managerial duties, including but not limited to: serving as a second EHS contact, helping keep track of inventory and requisitions, communicating with product reps
Required Qualifications
At least 4 years’ experience with a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Microbiology. Extensive experience with standard molecular biology and biochemistry techniques. Extensive experience with standard microbiology and cell biology techniques (including microbial and mammalian cell culturing, cell viability and reporter assays, immunostaining, microscopy). Experience drafting manuscripts and figures. Clear record keeping, organization, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
More than the required years of experience.
Salary Range
$64,000 – $75,000
Working Conditions
- Personal protection equipment (furnished)
- May work around chemical fumes
- May work around standard office conditions
- May work around biohazards
- May work around chemicals
- Use of manual dexterity
Required Materials
- Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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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.
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.
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