Details

Open Date 09/03/2024

Requisition Number PRN39709B

Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc

Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc - Bio/Physiology

Job Grade A00

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00279 - Medicinal Chemistry

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $61,008 - $74,088

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Summary

The post-doctoral fellow will conduct cutting edge research in microbiology/molecular biology/genetics works closely with chemical biologists. Research project may involve culturing bacterial/yeast/mammalian cells, application of modern genetic tools, in vivo and in vitro models and expression and purification of proteins, nucleic acids and biophysical/biochemical/structural analysis as well as protein-ligand interactions. In addition to the above research activities, following are required: Documenting protocols, keeping lab notebook records upto date, summarizing results in written format weekly and monthly presentation in support of the research activities.

Responsibilities

Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress. Ability to work independently, accurately and to problem solves technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research. Ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis. Strong organization and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

Recent PhD in Molecular Biology/Genetics/Physiology/Biochemistry

Minimum of 3 first author publications

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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