Molecular Biologist Research Associate — NIH Grants Lab

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,800 - 68,200; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Associate in Molecular Biology to perform NIH grant-related molecular biology research in the Molecular Biosciences department. The role includes independent experiments, mentorship of graduate students, and contribution to reports and proposals.

Responsibilities include manuscript preparation and presentations; you may order laboratory chemicals and supplies and participate in regular lab meetings.

Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, biology, molecular biology or closely related field.
• History of research productivity evidenced by a strong publication record.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor graduate students and work with a broad group of faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research experiments using a wide variety of molecular biology techniques and assays, including PCR, RT-PCR, sequencing, cloning, and protein expression/purification.
• Provide instruction, assistance and mentoring to graduate students.
• Write manuscripts and assist in preparing reports, abstracts, manuscripts and proposals; present at lab meetings and other meetings; order chemicals and supplies.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Education

PhD in biochemistry/biology/molecular biology

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Associate in Molecular Biology to perform NIH grant-related molecular biology research in the Molecular Biosciences department. The role includes independent experiments, mentorship of graduate students, and contribution to reports and proposals.

Responsibilities include manuscript preparation and presentations; you may order laboratory chemicals and supplies and participate in regular lab meetings.