Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Description

A Cell Biology/Biochemistry lab at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (UTHSCT) is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doc Research Associate in Cell Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology to join the team.  The principal investigator’s laboratory has a strong research record in cellular and molecular imaging with advanced microscopy such as total internal reflection fluorescent microscopy (TIRF), super-resolution microscopy and laser scanning and spinning disc confocal microscopy to investigate the research area of cytoskeletal remodeling and cell phenotype switching, molecular motor protein biology, trafficking of intracellular organelles etc.   UTHSCT provides full-time post-doctoral research associate competitive fringe benefits including health insurance coverage.

 Successful candidates should have the following area of experience.

1. Cellular and molecular imaging using advanced light microscopy

2. Biochemistry skills including western blots, protein isolation, etc.

3. Cell biological skills including cell culture, gene transfection, molecular cloning etc.

Successful candidates are expected to perform following:

1. To conduct research experiments, analyze and interpret data, and perform statistical analysis.

2. To present results at scientific conferences and prepare manuscripts for publication.

3. To communicate well with other lab members to work as a team member.

Qualifications

Requires Ph. D. degree or equivalent in the area of cell biology/biochemistry/molecular biology.

Application Instructions

Please e-mail a cover letter stating research accomplishments and interest, a CV with a publication list, and names of three references to Jorge Arellano Renteria (jorge.arellanorenteria@uttyler.edu).

Mitsuo Ikebe, Ph.D.

Professor and Chair

Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology

University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center at Tyler

11937 U.S. Hwy 271

Tyler TX  75708

Phone: 903-877-5212

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the University will, in accordance with State and Federal law and regulations, provide equal opportunity in all employment related activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual preference, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam Era.  The University requires pre-employment drug & alcohol screening, proof of COVID-19 vaccination and/or medical or religious exemption, and health immunizations and criminal background check on all hires. Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code