HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center invites applications for a post‑doctoral research position focused on breast cancer studies. The successful candidate will conduct and supervise experiments, including cell culture, molecular assays, and data analysis, under faculty oversight. The role involves preparing regulatory protocols and contributing to reports and manuscripts.

A Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate is required, with prior experience in cancer research and related techniques highly

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in area of project specialization.
• Knowledge of modern research practices, methods, resources and standards.
• Ability to organize work effectively and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to supervise and train staff as needed.
• Background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise laboratory experiments including cell culture and molecular assays.
• Prepare IACUC and IRB regulatory protocols for studies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure supplies are available.
• Work with mouse models of breast cancer and related studies.
• Collect, enter, analyze and interpret experimental data.
• Prepare reports, presentations and manuscripts.

Skills

Cell culture

Transfections

Mutagenesis

Western blotting

RT-qPCR

ELISA

Mouse handling

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

GraphPad

ImageJ

Photoshop

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (D.Sc., M.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

GraphPad

ImageJ

Photoshop

Job description

Position Description

Performs specialized post-doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of the project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions

• Conduct laboratory experiments, including cell culture, transfections, mutagenesis, Western blotting, RT-qPCR, and ELISAs.
• Prepare IACUC and IRB regulatory protocols required for the studies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure the availability of necessary supplies.
• Effectively involved in studies associated with mouse models of breast cancer.
• Contribute to data collection, entry, analysis, and interpretation of experimental results.
• Fundamental knowledge on computer programming such as Microsoft word, Excel, Power Point, GraphPad, ImageJ, and Photoshop.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and manuscripts related to the research findings.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed. In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mouse models of breast tumors.
• Knowledge and aptitude in cancer research.
• Experience with diverse post-translational modifications impacting cancers.
• Experience with protein functional analyses and ELISA assays.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.