Postdoctoral Research Associate

The University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 558,000 - 669,600

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with full coverage

Vision Insurance

Long and short-term disability

Retirement Plan Options

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A public research university in Richardson is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers specializing in protein-based therapeutics. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and possess experience in protein/antibody engineering, molecular biology, and drug discovery. This role involves planning experimental studies, collaborating with teams, and mentoring students. The university offers competitive medical insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits, with a salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in a related field.
Experience in protein/antibody engineering and drug discovery.
Experience with mammalian cell engineering and CRISPR screens.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute experimental studies towards novel protein therapeutics.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for experiment design.
Mentor graduate students and assist with research group setup.

Skills

Protein/antibody engineering

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Biochemical or cell-based assay development

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related

Job description

Salary Range $50,000-$60,000.00 Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date 10/15/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date 11/17/2025

Job Summary

The Jiang Lab at the University of Texas at Dallas is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers in the area of protein-based therapeutics. Our research focuses on the design of novel proteins/antibodies and explore their biomedical applications. Our goal is to utilize these engineered proteins to precisely regulate intracellular signaling pathways, eventually translating these toolkits into biotechnology platforms and therapeutic reagents. Our research program integrates chemical biology, protein engineering, and cell biology techniques for therapeutic development, primarily in the direction of autophagy signaling, organelle regulation, or protein trafficking.

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D in a related field.

Preferred Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
Experience in protein/antibody engineering, molecular biology, biochemical or cell-based assay development, cell biology, and drug discovery.
Experience with mammalian cell engineering, CRISPR screens, and proteomics.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a proven track record of publishing scientific papers and delivering presentations.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and execute experimental studies towards novel protein therapeutics.
Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team to design experiments and validate hypotheses.
Prepare reports and present findings at group meetings, national and international conferences.
Write manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Mentor graduate students and assist with the setup of the research group.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Work is conducted on site and in person.

What we have to Offer

Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays

About UT Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.

Special Instructions Summary

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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