Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate, I, II, III – Cell Culture Research Scientist and Lab Manager

Job Posting Title:

Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate, I, II, III – Cell Culture Research Scientist and Lab Manager

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Hiring Department:

Molecular Biosciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Sep 03, 2027

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Savinov lab at UT Austin (https://www.savinovlab.com/) is pursuing multiple projects centered around discovering and designing protein fragments as universal regulators of protein interactions in health and disease – including in the contexts of antibiotic resistance, cell migration, neurodegeneration, and cancer. The lab seeks a highly motivated, curious, and organized individual to join the team and contribute to multiple research projects, working both individually and as part of a group. The candidate will set up and perform human tissue culture and molecular biology experiments, and also be involved in training new lab members in these techniques. The candidate will additionally contribute to laboratory management and organization including in the regular ordering of lab supplies and setup of lab equipment. The candidate will have a working knowledge of mammalian tissue culture and molecular biology. The ideal candidate will additionally have previous experience with protein purification and biochemistry, but this is not required. We encourage you to share this opportunity with qualified and talented candidates in your professional network.

Responsibilities

• Research support and human cell culture.

  
  Support and perform human cell culture and molecular biology experiments to discover and design protein fragments as regulators of cellular protein interactions, both individually under the guidance of the PI and as part of a group. Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including thawing, feeding, splitting/passaging, cryopreservation, and maintenance of cell lines. Maintain careful records and follow rigorous aseptic technique and contamination-prevention procedures.
   

• Laboratory operations, ordering, inventory, and organization.
   

  Maintain laboratory supplies and inventory; place and track orders; receive and organize supplies; maintain shared spaces, freezers, refrigerators, and common reagents; track equipment service and maintenance; help establish and maintain efficient laboratory workflows and recordkeeping systems.
   

• SOPs, training, documentation, and general laboratory support.
   

  Assist with development and implementation of SOPs; maintain shared protocols and documentation; help train new laboratory members in routine laboratory procedures; support laboratory safety and compliance; assist with additional research and operational needs as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

ALL LEVELS:

Experience with and willingness to perform routine mammalian cell culture, including thawing, feeding, splitting/passaging, cryopreservation, and maintenance of human cell lines (including stem cells).

Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures. Ability to work both independently and as part of a group, and recognize and respond to problems in a timely manner. Strong organizational and communication skills.

The successful candidate will be hired at the RESA I, II, or III level depending on education, relevant experience, and demonstrated level of independence in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, laboratory operations, and research support. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• RESA I: Bachelor’s degree in biology, biomedical sciences, bioengineering, or a related field.

• RESA II: Master’s degree in a related field, or bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience.

• RESA III: PhD in a related field, master’s degree plus at least two years of highly relevant experience, or bachelor’s degree plus at least four years of highly relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with human cancer cell lines. Experience with maintaining cell lines, preventing contamination, mycoplasma testing, cryopreservation, and microscopy is strongly preferred.

Experience with laboratory ordering, inventory systems, shared equipment, SOP and development is desirable.

Additional experience with protein purification and biochemistry.

Salary Range

• RESA I: $36,000+ depending on qualifications

• RESA II: $45,000+ depending on qualifications

• RESA III: $55,000+ 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. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. 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.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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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.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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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. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.