What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Research Associate position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
Required Application Materials
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Job Summary
The candidate will work in the field of infectious diseases with a focus on cell signaling and drug discovery. This position involves handling hazardous chemicals, biohazards, and infectious organisms.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
- Lead research projects, design research experiments, collect data, troubleshooting, training and supervising students.
- Collecting and presenting research findings under the PI’s supervision.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, or a related field.
- Two (2) years of relevant laboratory experience.
Preferred Education/Experience
- Postdoctoral experience in a related field.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Adapting and keeping up to date on current methods.
- Familiarity with data analysis software
- Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Understanding of lab equipment and operation.
- Strong ability to multi-task and work with many interruptions.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
- Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ethical.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
