Extended Job Title
HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr
Org Level 7
511515 - CBB Lbk Genl
Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Requisition ID
30816BR
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.
Major/Essential Functions
 

• Assist PI in maintaining a supportive and
  collegial working environment that fosters
  exchange of ideas and enhances scientific
  progress.

• Design & execution of experiments (handling
  and working with rodents, isolation of rat germ
  cells, biochemical extraction of proteins,
  pulldown and Western blot analysis, use of
  conformation-dependent reagents,
  imunofluorescence analysis, cell culture).

• Recording, calculating, graphing of data in
  laboratory notebook. Preparation of figures for publication (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop etc.).
  Organization and preparation of data for
  formal Powerpoint presentation.

• Assist P.I. and students in misc. tasks
  (example, training new students, postdocs and
  other investigators in various scientific
  procedures; preparation of talks, grants and
  publications).

• This is a one year appointment to be renewed
  annually based on satisfactory performance
  and productivity.

Grant Funded?
Yes
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Basis
Monthly
Work Location
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications

PhD or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of chemistry, biochemistry, or reproductive biology with emphasis in protein structure/function.  Experience working with animals, amyloid, germ cells a plus. 
Employee must have the ability to work carefully and pay attention to detail. Experience using laboratory techniques, familiarity with laboratory equipment and sensitive substances used in experiments is required. Ability to communicate well for complete understanding between employee, supervisor, and other personnel. Ability to follow and implement general instructions. Ability to anticipate needs and identify problems. Experience with laboratory techniques and procedures and types of nomenclature, materials and equipment used; knowledge and principals related to the area.
Experience handling and working with rodents.

Campus
HSC - Lubbock
Department
CBB Lbk Genl
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

 
Job Group
Research Staff
Shift
Day
EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

PhD or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.

Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Yes
Are select agents used in this laboratory?
No
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