Cell Culture Research Scientist & Lab Operations Lead

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin in Austin seeks a Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate to join the Savinov lab. The role involves setting up and performing human tissue culture and molecular biology experiments, training new lab members, and contributing to lab management and ordering of supplies.

The position is available at RESA I, II, or III level depending on education and experience, with annual salaries ranging from $36,000 to $55,000+.

Qualifications

• Experience with and willingness to perform routine mammalian cell culture, including thawing, feeding, splitting/passaging, cryopreservation, and maintenance of human cell lines (including stem cells).
• Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures.
• The successful candidate will be hired at the RESA I, II, or III level depending on education, relevant experience, and demonstrated level of independence.

Responsibilities

• Research support and human cell culture.
• Laboratory operations, ordering, inventory, and organization.
• SOPs, training, documentation, and general laboratory support.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Laboratory operations

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, biomedical sciences, bioengineering, or a related field

Master’s degree in a related field, or bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience

PhD in a related field

Tools

Protein purification

Microscopy

Cryopreservation

Job description

University of Texas at Austin in Austin seeks a Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate to join the Savinov lab. The role involves setting up and performing human tissue culture and molecular biology experiments, training new lab members, and contributing to lab management and ordering of supplies.

The position is available at RESA I, II, or III level depending on education and experience, with annual salaries ranging from $36,000 to $55,000+.