Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Posting Title: Postdoctoral Fellow ---- Hiring Department: Molecular Biosciences ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Feb 02, 2027 ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: General Notes 1 year contracts. Subsequent annual renewal of employment will be based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding. Purpose The Cambronne lab has a funded position for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with experimental expertise in large-scale fluorescence data collection and analyses .  Ideal candidates will have additional experience in flow cytometry, imaging, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and metabolic analyses. The project involves working with a unique collection of metabolic biosensors.  We are a collaborative team of creative and accomplished researchers, who strive towards discoveries through innovation (www.lulucambronne.org). Our research environment supports individual initiative and critical thinking, as well as the training of future generations of scientists. We uphold a high standard in scientific rigor, and tackle challenging problems in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry and physiology to glean insight into disease onset and progression. Responsibilities Lead and conduct primary research. Work with PI to establish project goals, set and adhere to project timelines, perform research, maintained detailed records, prepare figures and manuscripts. Establish new protocols and collaborate with colleagues relating to lab work. Provide guidance/assistance on related projects to other lab members. Read and stay abreast with primary literature and new discoveries in the field; presentation of research progress within group and as needed to broader audiences. Required Qualifications Requires a PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, or closely related field. The PhD degree must have been received within the past three years. Prior expertise in molecular and cell biology or biochemistry is essential. Preferred Qualifications Preferred skills include critical thinking; creative problem solving; strong organizational habits; a solid work ethic; highly self-motivated and conscientious. Able to follow-through projects till completion and the ability to work with other co-workers committed to high standards. Experience in flow cytometry, imaging, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and metabolic analyses is preferred. Salary Range $58,744 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions Uniforms and/or 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 Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. 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In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: 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 has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. 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