Research Associate - Molecular Biologist
Research Associate - Molecular Biologist
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Job Description
Job Posting Title:
Research Associate Molecular BiologistHiring Department:
Molecular BiosciencesPosition Open To:
All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:
40FLSA Status:
ExemptEarliest Start Date:
ImmediatelyPosition Duration:
Expected to ContinueLocation:
AUSTIN TXJob 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 RTPCR Southern and Northern blotting and reporter assays protein expression and purification in vitro mutagenesis and biochemical assays Nextgeneration RNA sequencing RNAseq 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.
Required Qualifications
PhD in biochemistry biology molecular biology or closely related field. History of research productivity as evidenced by a strong publication record in top journals. 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Relevant laboratory experience with various molecular biological techniques. Three years of postdoctoral experience in a relevant field.
Salary Range
$58744 depending on qualifications
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
Work Shift
40 Hours per week Flexible between 7:00am 7:00pm
Required Materials
Current curriculum vitae
Applicants selected for an interview will be required to submit a minimum of three letters of reference at least two of which must be from referees outside of The University of Texas at Austin. (Hiring PI/supervisor cannot be a reference. If selected the letters of reference may be emailed to
Letter of Interest
Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest references etc. will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multiselect additional files. Before submitting your online job application ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee login to Workday navigate to your Worker Profile click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest references etc. that were noted above.
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 UniversityWide 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:
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 pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
EVerify:
The University of Texas at Austin use EVerify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The universitys company ID number for purposes of EVerify is 854197. For more information about EVerify please see the following:
- EVerify Poster (English) PDF
- EVerify Poster (Spanish) PDF
- Right To Work Poster (English) PDF
- Right To Work Poster (Spanish) PDF
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act) you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services 1616 Guadalupe Street UTA 2.206 Austin Texas 78701.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
