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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 3 days ago

Research Specialist - Torii Lab

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$74K/yr - $121K/yr

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is seeking a proactive Research Specialist to support the lab of Dr. Keiko Torii at the University of Texas at Austin. This role is primarily research-focused, involving high-resolution analyses of plant stem cell differentiation and management of lab operations.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and support research projects using bulk and single-cell sequencing, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, and related genome-wide profiling approaches

Perform bioinformatic and computational analyses of cell-state transitions, environmental adaptation, and gene regulation using advanced pipelines

Conduct molecular and biochemical experiments as needed to support ongoing projects

Organize and manage day-to-day operations of the lab’s plant science research program

Present findings in lab meetings, and, as appropriate, at regional, national, or international conferences

Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and other publications

Collaborate with the PI to respond to emergent operational needs (e.g., facility or equipment issues)

Maintain computational pipelines, organize NGS data, and oversee data storage and repository submissions

Coordinate equipment operation, maintenance, and vendor communications for repairs and training

Maintain documentation, including SOPs, chemical and stock inventories, and personnel training records

Ensure data management and NGS submissions meet compliance standards

Train new lab members in bioinformatics workflows and wet-lab protocols related to transcriptomic and epigenomic studies

Qualification

Bulk RNA-seqSingle-cell RNA-seqChIP-seqATAC-seqBioinformaticsGenomicsTranscriptomicsPlant sample preparationMolecular techniquesTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

PhD in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Structural Biology, Plant Biology, or a related discipline

Proven proficiency in bioinformatics, genomics, transcriptomics, and/or single-cell biology

At least one first-author or major-contributor research publication in a relevant field demonstrating independence

Experience training and mentoring lab personnel on protocols and workflows

Strong ability to supervise, guide, and provide constructive feedback

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills, with high attention to detail

Strong sense of responsibility, ethics, and scientific integrity

Effective communication, teamwork, and time management skills

Working knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and best practices

Preferred

Experience with plant sample preparation and related molecular techniques

Benefits

Competitive pay

Exceptional health benefits

Retirement plans

Time off

A range of recognition and wellness programs

Company

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

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