Research Associate - Molecular Biologist
Company: University of Texas at Austin
Location: Austin
Posted on: October 16, 2024
Job Description:
Job Posting Title:Research Associate - Molecular
Biologist----Hiring Department:Molecular Biosciences----Position
Open To:All Applicants----Weekly Scheduled Hours:40----FLSA
Status:Exempt----Earliest Start Date:Immediately----Position
Duration:Expected to Continue----Location:AUSTIN, TX----Job
Details:PurposeThe 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 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.Required QualificationsPhD
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 QualificationsRelevant
laboratory experience with various molecular biological techniques.
Three years of post-doctoral experience in a relevant field.Salary
Range$58,744+ depending on qualificationsWorking Conditions
- Personal protection equipment (furnished)
- May work around chemical fumes
- May work around standard office conditions
- May work around bio-hazards
- May work around chemicals
Work Shift40 Hours per week -
Flexible between 7:00am - 7:00pmRequired 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 InterestImportantfor 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 multi-select 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, log-in 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
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. 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:The University of Texas at
Austin, as an ,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.----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
contractor's legal duty to furnish information.----Employment
Eligibility Verification:If hired, you will be required to complete
the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will
be required to present acceptable and original 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.----E-Verify:The University of Texas at Austin use
E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective
May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of
E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see
the following:
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- [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
.The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of
the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You
may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616
Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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