Research Assistant - University of North Texas System

Title: Research Assistant

Employee Classification: Research Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-School of Biomed Science

Department: HSC-Microbiology,Immunology & Gene-302800

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

Our research mission is driven in part by particular strengths represented by five primary centers/institutes: The Center for Healthy Aging, The Institute for Translational  Research, The Institute for Health Disparities, The North Texas Eye Research Institute, and the Center for Human Identification. Within the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics (MIG), there are twenty-three full-time faculty and two adjunct faculty members with diverse research interests spanning molecular genetics, cellular immunology, microbiology, cancer, and health disparities and supported by more than $9 million in federal grant funding. We foster a highly collaborative and collegial environment in which the faculty, trainees, and staff work together to advance innovative, cutting-edge scientific discovery related to human health.
 
The department provides high quality training for students interested in careers in biomedical research or medicine. The goals of our graduate program are (1) to provide a broad and sound education in microbiology, immunology, and genetics of human disease, and (2) to provide rigorous research training in an environment dedicated to advancing biomedical science. The department has numerous trainees including  DO/PhD, PhD, and MS students as well as postdoctoral fellows. The trainees and faculty in the department are a cohesive group from diverse backgrounds which fosters scientific innovation and discovery. We support graduate training programs in genetics, cell biology, immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, and cancer biology. Our faculty and trainees also take full advantage of the tremendous breadth of expertise and knowledge across the UNT Health Science Center (HSC).

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated and responsible scientist to join our rigorous stem cell and epigenetics research group. This is a lab technician/scientist position in the department of Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics, Health Science Center (HSC), University of North Texas, Fort Worth, Texas. The lab focuses on pluripotent stem cells and role of BET proteins in inflammation and other diseases. We use a wide range of technologies including molecular biology, cell biology, conditional KO mouse models, computational biology, genetics, and others to study the molecular mechanisms of cellular reprogramming and inflammation. Experiences and skills in cell culture, mouse models, molecular biology, stem cell biology, and immunology are highly valued. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skills. The scientist will design and conduct experiments with minimum supervision, analyze data, report the research to PI, prepare manuscript, and participate in other lab research projects. He/she also runs the lab routine. The minimum requirement is a bachelor degree in biomedical sciences with good research and publication experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in using a range of software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), SPSS, STATA.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively; perform other administrative/clerical tasks.
• Aptitude in general laboratory procedures, techniques, and documentation.
• Ability to acquire competence in new techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

Job Duties:

• Design and conduct biomedical experiments in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, epigenetics, inflammation, and animal studies as guided by the PI 
• Maintain experimental records.
• Analyze the experimental data. 
• Report research to PI 
• Carry out lab routines such as reagent preparation, lab organizing, receiving, purchasing, and others.
• Help in manuscript writing. 
• Support in multiple lab research projects.

Work Schedule:

Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

N/A

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.