Research Associate II: Fly Genetics & Molecular Biology

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Meisel Lab within the Biology and Biochemistry Department at the University of Houston seeks a Research Associate II to maintain genetic strains of multiple fly species, perform fly and molecular biology experiments, oversee lab supplies and purchasing, and train lab members in protocols.

MQ: Ph.D. Degree with 3 years of experience. All positions at UH System are security sensitive and require a criminal history check; UH System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree with at least 3 years of related experience.
• Experience maintaining genetic strains of multiple fly species.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to train and supervise lab members.

Responsibilities

• Maintains genetic strains of multiple fly species and performs experiments.
• Carries out molecular biology experiments and analyzes data.
• Oversees laboratory supplies and purchasing.
• Trains graduate and undergraduate researchers in lab protocols.
• Provides direction to lab personnel and coordinates with faculty.

Education

Ph.D. Degree with 3 years of experience

Job description

The Meisel Lab within the Biology and Biochemistry Department at the University of Houston seeks a Research Associate II to maintain genetic strains of multiple fly species, perform fly and molecular biology experiments, oversee lab supplies and purchasing, and train lab members in protocols.

MQ: Ph.D. Degree with 3 years of experience. All positions at UH System are security sensitive and require a criminal history check; UH System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions.