Research Scientist 3
Requisition ID
req26096
Working Title
Research Scientist 3
Position Grade
13
Position Summary
TheUniversity of New Mexico's School of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry andMolecular Biology is seeking a ResearchScientist 3 tojoin the research laboratory of Dr. Olga Ponomarova(https://hsc.unm.edu/directory/ponomarova-olga.html). Our team studiesconnections between central metabolic network function and organismalphysiology. The Research Scientist 3 will conduct research on interactionsbetween metabolic pathways using model organism C. elegans and itsbacterial diet; including operating GC-MS spectrometer, collecting andanalyzing metabolomics data.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Additional health screenings may be required, dependent on the nature of the research conducted, as determined by Employee Occupational Health Services.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree;at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• At least 3 years of laboratory experience directlyrelated to the responsibilities specified
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution thatare above the minimum education requirement may be substituted forexperience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or similar experience with metabolism research or metabolomics
• Ability to work and think independently
• Supportive and collaborative attitude towards teammembers

Additional Requirements
Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Biochemistry Molecular Biology (801A)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date
07/29/2024
Status
Exempt
Pay
Monthly: $3,731.87 - $5,239.87
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarifiedwebpage.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
7/10/2023
Application Instructions

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To receive full consideration for this position: 1) Complete Online Application; 2) Attach Cover Letter; 3) Attach Resume/CV; 4) Attach transcripts and 5) Provide phone and email contact information for three (3) supervisory references.
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