Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III Full-time NEW

Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III

The Woznica Lab at The University of Texas at Austin, in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is seeking a senior Research Associate to be a vital member of our research team. Research in the Woznica lab seeks to understand mechanisms underlying host-microbe interactions and immune responses in choanoflagellates to (i) discover new mechanisms of immunity, and (ii) reconstruct the origin and evolution of innate immunity in animals. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and curiosity-driven researcher that has previous experience in microbiology and cell biology, has led multiple independent research projects, and is excited to support the growth of an interdisciplinary research team.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of choanoflagellate cell lines and relevant bacterial strains
• Conducting experiments in choanoflagellates systems (including, but not limited to: cloning, transfection, genome editing, immunostaining, microscopy, flow cytometry, protein expression and purification)
• Optimizing experimental workflows
• Analyzing and communicating data from experiments
• Maintaining meticulous lab records
• Staying up-to-date with relevant literature
• Attending and presenting at lab meetings and conferences
• Drafting figures and manuscripts
• Lab managerial duties, including but not limit to: serving as a second EHS contact, helping keep track of inventory and requisitions, communicating with product reps

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Microbiology, with at least 4 years of experience
• Experience with standard molecular biology and biochemistry techniques
• Experience with standard microbiology and cell biology techniques (including microbial and eukaryotic cell culturing, cell viability and reporter assays, immunostaining, microscopy)
• Experience working with choanoflagellates or protists
• Clear record keeping, organization, and communication skills
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with standard molecular biology and biochemistry techniques
• Extensive experience with choanoflagellate genetic techniques
• Experience drafting manuscripts and figures
• Clear record keeping, organization, and communication skills

Salary Range

$50,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest