Title: Research Scientist II

Employee Classification: Research Scientist II

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science

Department: UNT-Biological Sciences-121100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidates qualifications, experience, and discipline, in acordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences is one of the academic departments in the College of Sciences. Our faculty is a community of scholars dedicated to teaching and research in the life and environmental sciences. We measure our success by the success of our students and the quality of our intellectual contributions to society. Our alumni include many distinguished researchers and university professors who are dedicated to high-quality teaching and research.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The laboratory of Dr. Rohan Balakrishnan in the Biological Sciences Department at the University of North Texas is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist. The applicant will study protein homeostasis in microorganisms. More specifically, the candidate will perform biochemical characterization of protein synthesis and degradation to investigate how microbes cope with stresses. The applicant is expected to:
• Design and perform experiments.
• Publish results and present findings at conferences.
• Apply for extramural funding as a PI or Co-PI.
• Train graduate students and undergrads in Microbiology lab work.
• The ability to work within a team is highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in Biochemistry or Microbiology.

At least three years of experience in the field of microbiology, biochemistry, microbial metabolism, with publications demonstrating the active contribution of the candidate to these fields. Expertise in the following approaches is required: molecular cloning in fungi and bacteria, classical biochemistry, genetic screening in fungi and bacteria, confocal microscopy, quantitative biology.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong scientific writing and communication skills are highly desired, including excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Must have demonstrable experience in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in a research lab.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Work Schedule:

Varies

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

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