About the Role
The Postdoctoral Fellow will investigate the assembly mechanism of protein condensates in cancer signaling within the College of Pharmacy. Research in the Guan lab is interdisciplinary, combining cell biology, quantitative imaging, and biomaterials. The position offers the opportunity to learn cutting-edge cell imaging techniques and apply protein biochemistry or cell biology techniques to biophysics questions, including novel cancer mechanisms.
Responsibilities
- Investigate the assembly mechanism of protein condensates
- Manuscript preparation for scientific publication
- Generate data and participate in scientific writing to contribute to federal grant applications
- Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- PhD must have been received within three years of the start date
- Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research and report in the form of original research publications
Skills
- Biochemistry
- Immunoblot
- Western blotting techniques
- Cell biology
- Cell signaling
Location
- AUSTIN, TX
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Postdoctoral
Education Level
- PhD
Salary/Compensations
- $51,000+
Benefits
- Insurance
- Teachers Retirement System (TRS) retirement benefits
- Paid vacation
- Sick time off
- Holiday time off
- Access to employee professional development services
- Access to employee wellness services
- Opportunity to qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) federal program
About the Company
- The University of Texas at Austin provides competitive compensation plans plus a comprehensive benefits package.
- The College of Pharmacy at The University of Texas at Austin welcomes and respects all individuals and communities by valuing and consciously maintaining awareness of other perspectives and experiences.
- Research in the Guan lab is highly interdisciplinary, combining cell biology, quantitative imaging, and biomaterials to probe the underlying mechanisms in biophysical systems and explore new bio-related applications.
Equal Opportunity
- The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
