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The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago

Research Associate - Molecular Biologist

positionAustin, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date3+ years exp

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Associate - Molecular Biologist to perform molecular biology research related to NIH grants. The role involves conducting independent research experiments, mentoring graduate students, and assisting in the preparation of scientific documents and presentations.

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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 RT-PCR, Southern and Northern blotting, and reporter assays, protein expression and purification, in vitro mutagenesis, and biochemical assays, Next-generation RNA sequencing, RNA-seq 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

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesBiochemical assaysPCRRT-PCRData analysisPublication recordWritten communicationVerbal communicationMentoring skillsAttention to detail

Required

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

Relevant laboratory experience with various molecular biological techniques
Three years of post-doctoral experience in a relevant field

Benefits

Personal protection equipment (furnished)
Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Optional Retirement Program (ORP)

Company

The University of Texas at Austin

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The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
dateFounded in 1922
location
Austin, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.mccombs.utexas.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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