The University of Texas at Austin · 16 hours ago
Research Associate - Hsu Lab
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Associate for the Hsu Lab. The role involves designing and executing advanced experimental studies in chemical biology and quantitative proteomics, supporting interdisciplinary research programs.
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Responsibilities
Participate in regular team meetings and provide required progress updates and reports
Perform laboratory research including chemical synthesis, cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and proteomics studies
Conduct TMT‑based quantitative proteomics, including sample preparation, operation and maintenance of LC‑MS/MS instrumentation, and proteomics data processing, quality control, protein identification, and ligand binding/functional domain analysis
Assist with rodent colony management and animal experiments, including compound treatments, xenograft models, genotyping, health monitoring, routine measurements, pre‑ and post‑operative care, and documentation for studies in immunology, cancer, and neuroscience
Work independently with the supervisor to design, execute, analyze, interpret, and communicate advanced experiments in collaborative meetings, and perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD in Chemistry or other related field
Significant experience in Synthetic chemistry, Mass spectrometry, Chemical proteomics, Biochemical analyses, and Cell biology expertise
Preferred
Animal model expertise
Bioinformatics analysis
Programming experience
Benefits
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. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
Founded in 1922
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
2022-09-14Series Unknown
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Will Whiting
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