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Selected job openings in the Department of Biology, Texas A&M University:
GRADUATE STUDENT POSITION
Two graduate student positions are available immediately in Dr. Hongmin Qin's lab to study the biology of cilium. The graduate thesis projects emphasize knowledge and experimental trainings in cell biology and biochemistry.
TECHNICIAN II
| 091215 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Biology-02-133501 | |
| Organize the Lower Division Biology laboratories to effectively configure and maximize the student learning environment. Responsible for daily laboratory preps for Biology laboratory courses serving ~2500+ students per semester. Position requires excellent organizational and communication skills. Primary duties include refining experiments and technical procedures used in the Lower Division Instruction Laboratory courses (Biology 101/107/111/112/123). Plan and supervise daily technical operations. Set up apparatus and experiments for student labs. Train staff and Graduate Teaching Assistants on equipment use. Set up practical exams. Supervise preparation and ensure quality control of all reagents, solutions and media needed for laboratory experiments. Troubleshoot experimental problems in laboratories and make recommendations to solve them. Organize the inventory of chemicals, slides, supplies, lab equipment and specimens to facilitate ordering. Supervise routine maintenance and repair of equipment. Train, manage work schedules and supervise Technician I's, Student Workers, and Graduate Assistants assigned to lab prep duty. Maintain computer proficiency on Mac and PC platforms and computer interfaced projection equipment. Test computer interfaced data collection equipment; help develop lab protocols using this equipment and train staff and Graduate Students on its use. This is a security sensitive position. Employment in a position designated as security sensitive will be contingent on the results of a criminal background check at the point of hire. Other duties as required. |
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
| 091214 | |
| Part-Time | |
| Biology-02-133501 | |
| Needed part time Research Assistant 5-10 hours / week. Primary responsibilities are preparation and storage of Drosophila culture medium and maintenance of Drosophila cultures. Prior experience with fruit flies preferred. Familiarity with general chemistry is required. | |
| Other duties as required. | |
| Bachelor's degree in the sciences. High motivation and ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. |
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
| 091095 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Biology-02-133501 | |
| Silent in vegetative tissues but extraordinarily active during embryogenesis, the phaseolin (phas) seed storage protein promoter has been used in many groundbreaking studies. Current research seeks an understanding of molecular mechanisms by which phas is turned on and off (Plant Cell. 2006, 18:119-32; Plant Mol Biol. 2008, 66:233-44). We have shown that both genetic and epigenetic systems are involved, with ABA-mediated transcriptional activation following ordered epigenetic remodeling of chromatin architecture over the phas promoter. New NSF funding provides an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic postdoctoral to demonstrate what protein components are recruited by the B3 domain effectors PvALF to achieve remodeling. The project includes Arabidopsis transformation and the use of inducible systems. Candidates with demonstrated experience in ChIP assays and good bioinformatics skills will be at an advantage. |
Selected job openings at Texas A&M:
Please visit the Texas A&M Online Employment Service for more information and to apply for positions at Texas A&M
CMP Research Animal Technician II
| 091184 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Comparative Medicine Program-02-134312 | |
| Performs routine and non-routine husbandry duties for specialized research animals, including the sanitation of assigned animal holding rooms and the maintenance of assigned support areas. Other duties as required. | |
| High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience. One year laboratory animal care experience with required education or 6 mo. of laboratory animal care experience with a college degree of two or more years duration. Successful completion of a formal Laboratory Animal Science Course may substitute for three months of laboratory animal care experience. Valid driver's license and good driving record. Must be able to obtain State of Texas class "C" vehicle operator's license within 30 days of employment. Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. |
CMP Research Animal Caretaker
| 091182 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Comparative Medicine Program-02-134312 | |
| Performs routine basic day-to-day laboratory animal husbandry duties. Other duties as required. | |
| High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must have valid driver's license, good driving record and be able to obtain a State of Texas Class 'C' vehicle operator's license within 30 days of employment. Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. |
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
| 090812 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Geology-02-132501 | |
| Perform fundamental and applied research in Earthquake Science. Develop and implement constitutive models for earthquake rupture and near-fault material failure, perform numerical simulations of past and prospective earthquakes. Conduct literature surveys, mathematical analyses, numerical implementation and analyses. Write journal articles, grants and proposals to funding agencies. Other duties as required. | |
| Prepare presentations for meetings, seminars and workshops. | |
| PhD in Engineering Seismology, Structures (Civil Engineering) or equivalent. Experience in Earthquake computations and model building, element methods, ground motion prediction and Engineering Seismology. Physics of controlling earthquake rupture processes leading to predictions of ground shaking. Develop and implement numerical simulations of past and prospective earthquakes. Experience in mathematical analysis, numerical implementation and analyses. Requires ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. |
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
| 091187 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Vet Med Pathobiology-02-144006 | |
| Assists with the design, completion and analysis of experiments conducted in support of research projects in molecular cell biology laboratory. Manages lab stock and inventory, orders supplies and reagents. Individual will be primarily responsible for maintaining the tissue culture for the lab, which specifically entails weekly preparation of primary cultures of heart and skeletal myocytes. Work will include but not be limited to preparation of bacteriological plates, stock solutions, sorting clean dishes, as well as assistance with general laboratory work such as isolation of nucleic acids, cloning, real time PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western blots, ELISA, and bacterial protein purification. Individual will support the training and experiments of other staff and students in the lab. Punctual, dependable, and organized person is a plus. Must have good attention to experimental detail and excellent written and oral communication skills. Individual will receive weekly review of work from principal investigator and is required to communicate with PI on work progress at least twice a week. Other duties as required. | |
| Individual should be willing to learn and research new biotechnology independently as required for the design of laboratory experiments |
TECHNICIAN II
| 091046 | |
| Full-Time | |
| Chemistry-02-133502 | |
| Surveys First Year Chemistry Program Laboratory needs for chemicals, materials, and equipment to support teaching, and other users; maintains laboratory and standard items and supplies; prepares specifications for purchase of supplies, laboratory equipment, and instruments; assists in determining items to be carried on inventory and prices such to assure a self-supported operation; prepares, documents and checks standardized chemical and feed solutions and mixes; keeps laboratories supplied with basic materials. Instructs Graduate Assistants or others in the operation of demonstrations, supervises and verifies the scheduling and setup of demonstrations based on schedule of laboratory classes in multiple laboratories teaching different principles or objectives; performs and supervises minor maintenance of laboratory equipment and provides assistance to technicians in performance of heavy lifting and transporting of materials. Other Duties as Assigned. | |
| Secures laboratory facilities and building at end of classes; conducts work station safety inspections for hazards and recommends corrective action; coordinates and conducts safety training programs in program, including new employee safety orientation and Hazard Communications Awareness. |
Selected job openings at other institutions:
POSTDOC POSITIONS, UNIVERSITY OF WUERZBURG, GERMANY
Postdoc positions available at the Department of Human Biochemistry Biocenter, University of Wuerzburg, Germany
Molecular mechanisms of tumor development (using Xiphophorus and medaka as models systems) Molecular genetics and evolution of sex determination (in teleost fish)
Individual projects include the production and analysis of transgenic fish lines or/and molecular cell biology (signal transduction, transcriptional control mechanisms), next generation sequencing methods, bioinformatics.
The Biocenter in Wuerzburg is a multidisciplinary academic research institution that combines departments of molecular and organismic biology, microbiology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, human- and neuro-genetics, and biochemistry. It offers up-to-date research facilities and an inspiring intellectual working atmosphere.
Please, send your application including CV, previous research experience, publication list and two letters of reference by 31st October 2009 to:
Prof. Dr. Dr. Manfred Schartl
Lehrstuhl für Physiologische Chemie I
Universität Würzburg
Biozentrum Am Hubland
D-97074 Würzburg
Email: phch1@biozentrum.uni-wuerzburg.de
Phone: +49-(0)931-31 84148
Fax: +49-(0)931-888 4150 (10/31/2009)
FACULTY POSITIONS, MICROBIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR GENETICS
The Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics in the Medical School of the University of Texas Health Science Center – Houston invites exceptional applicants for two open-rank tenure track positions. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. and several years of postdoctoral experience. The Department has existing strengths in bacterial and fungal model systems. We are very interested in broadening our expertise into virology and parasitology, but excellent candidates working on bacteria or fungi will also be fully considered. Demonstrated excellence in research is more significant than the area of research. The successful candidate will join faculty studying cell biology, molecular biology, regulatory biology, signal transduction, development, and pathogenesis. Newly constructed laboratory space, including a BSL-3 facility, is available, as are generous startup packages. Successful applicants will be expected to maintain an active externally-funded research program and contribute to graduate and medical education. The position affords a competitive salary and unparalleled opportunities to interact with basic scientists, as well as clinical and translational researchers. As part of the Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest medical center, our faculty enjoy rich interactions with neighboring institutions including Baylor College of Medicine, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Rice University and the Texas A&M Institute of Bioscience and Technology. The breadth and quality of biomedical science in the Texas Medical Center rivals that of any academic medical center in the world. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, summary of research experience, description of future research plans and names and addresses of three references as a single PDF file to microbiologysearch@uth.tmc.edu. For full consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2009.
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. These are security sensitive positions and thereby subject to Texas Education Code § 51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidates. (11/15/2009)
RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP MEDICAL MYCOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN
Applications are invited from suitably qualified postdoctoral research scientists for a multidisciplinary project led by Neil Gow (n.gow@abdn.ac.uk) and Al Brown to investigate the “Candida cell surface: regulation of the host-fungus interaction”. You must have a PhD in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry or related discipline, or an MSc plus the appropriate level of experience which demonstrates the required skills and capabilities. Experience in fungal cell and molecular biology or immunology is essential, and experience in biochemistry
and the analysis of gene expression shall be an advantage.
Salary: £29,704 - £30,594 per annum.
Closing date: Friday 23 October 2009.
The University of Aberdeen is a charity registered in Scotland, No SC013683. For further information on these positions and to view all current vacancies at the University visit:
www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Promoting Diversity and Equal Opportunities throughout the University (10/23/2009)
INTERIM BIOLOGY TEACHER, ALLEN ACADEMY
Terms of appointment Position Title: Interim Biology Teacher replacing teacher on Leave of Absence
School: Allen Academy
Duration of appointment: approximately 7 months
Starting date: November 2nd 2009.
Essential functions The person fulfilling this appointment will be expected to:
- Be at the school from 7:45 am to 4:45 pm on most days
- Teach Life Science to middle-school-aged children
- Teach Biology to freshmen
- Teach AP Biology to upperclassmen
- Potentially teach a GIS based Environmental Science course
- Oversee a study hall if necessary
- Occasionally oversee students at lunch
- Attend all faculty meetings and any parent conferences or important school events
- Teaching
- Running, setting up and clearing up labs
- Maintaining homework website
- Experience with GIS (not required, but helpful)
- A Bachelors Degree in Biology is required
- Courses in Environmental Science are preferred but not required
- Experience setting up and running biology labs is desired
- A Master’s degree in Biology is not required but helpful
- Teaching experience is preferred but not required
- Located on Booneville Rd. in Bryan, TX
- Founded in 1886
- Student population (PK1-12): 295
- Lower School student/faculty ratio: 10:1
- Middle and Upper School student/faculty ratio: 14:1
- Average Lower School class size: 10
- Average Middle and Upper School class size: 13
- 40-acre campus
- A current curriculum vitae
- A letter of intent
- 2 letters of recommendation
(11/2/2009)
SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST, ST. JUDE'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL, MEMPHIS, TN
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a premier center for research and treatment of potentially fatal childhood diseases, including cancer and certain blood, genetic, and immunodeficiency disorders. The hospital's mission is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. St. Jude is dedicated to providing unsurpassed patient care and to advancing the health of children through biomedical research. Currently, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has an opening for a Senior Research Technologist (Job Number 16634) in the Genetics and Tumor Cell Biology Department. Our long-term objectives are to elucidate the cellular and molecular mechanisms controlling different aspects of normal and pathological organogenesis during embryogenesis using a variety of mouse models. Alterations in any of these processes can lead to major developmental defects and pathological alterations. Currently, our areas of interest are the forebrain and visual system and the lymphatic vasculature. Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field plus a minimum of 3 years (post-degree) relevant work experience in a research environment is required or a Master's degree in an appropriate scientific field plus a minimum of 2 years (post-degree) relevant research experience is required, or a PhD with no additional experience is required.
• Background in molecular biology and general biochemistry is preferred.
• Experience with cell culture (ES cells), immunohistochemistry and handling in vivo models are desired. St. Jude offers a positive working culture, professional advancement, & competitive compensation. Qualified applicants may apply for this position or others via our online process at www.stjude.org/jobs www.stjude.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer (1/09/2010)
INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGIST, TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFEESOR
Invertebrate Zoologist. Tenure-track Assistant Professor starting
Fall 2009. Ph.D. with expertise in invertebrate zoology (non-insect;
marine or freshwater background preferred) and broad knowledge of
organismal biology. Post-doctoral experience preferred. Must
demonstrate an aptitude for teaching undergraduates. Will teach
organismal biology and invertebrate zoology for biology majors, teach
in the University's liberal arts core curriculum and first-year
program, and develop a research program involving undergraduates. An
opportunity to participate in the Tropical Biology program is
available. Academic advisement, service to the university, and
continued professional development expected. Send CV, transcripts of
all graduate work, a statement of teaching philosophy and research
interests, documentation of teaching ability, and three current
letters of recommendation to Dr. Charles E. Booth
Biology Department
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT 06226 Search
will continue until position is filled. ECSU is an Affirmative Action/
Equal Opportunity Employer. Mike Adams
Chairman
Biology Dept
Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT 06226
adams@easternct.edu
(860) 465-5305 (11/11/2009)
ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, ASSOCIATE/FULL PROFESSOR, NEUROSCIENCE
The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Texas at EI Paso (website: http://academics.utep.edu/biology) seeks a neuroscientist for an Associate or Full Professor level position. Successful applicants will utilize molecular techniques and approaches to address questions relevant to central nervous system function in health and disease, particularly in the areas of neuroendocrine and metabolic regulation. This position includes membership in the Neuroscience and Metabolic Disorders Unit of the Border Biomedical Research Center (BBRC; website: http://research.utep.edu/bbrc). Candidates who are able to interface with other BBRC Units (Infectious Diseases and Immunology, Toxicology) and work in an interdisciplinary setting are highly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated potential for conducting independent, quality, extramurally-funded research, and a commitment to teaching physiology at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants must have a Ph.D. andlor M.D., postdoctoral experience, and previous experience directing a research laboratory and personnel. Leadership experience in the areas of multiple-investigator research groups or Center grant administration is highly desired. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2008, for an anticipated start date Fall 2009. Our new, state-of-the-art Bioscience Research Building contains outstanding core facilities for biomolecular work, DNA analysis, cell culture, high-throughput screening, and immunodetection. Other core facilities provide vivarium space, microscopic imaging, and bioinformatics and statistical support.Send curriculum vita, statement of research interests and teaching philosophy, copies of three recent publications and contact information for three references to: Chair, Neuroscience Search Committee
Department of Biological Sciences
The University ofTexas at EI Paso
500 W. University Ave.
EI Paso, TX 79968-0519 Questions: kgosselink@utep.edu
The University of Texas at EI Paso does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran's status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services. For a current and a more detailed description of our available positions, please log on to our website www.utep.edu/employment (11/11/2009)
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY TENURE TRACK POSITION
'The Department of Zoology, University of Oklahoma, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2009. We seek an outstanding researcher and teacher with broad interests in developmental biology to join an integrative zoology department. Preference will be given to applicants whose research and teaching interests complement our existing strengths in development, neurobiology, cell signaling, behavior, ecology and evolutionary biology. We expect the applicant to establish an externallyfunded research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, including a core undergraduate course in developmental biology each year. In alternate semesters, the candidate will have the opportunity to develop a specialty course(s) in her/his area of interest. Our successful candidate will have a PhD and demonstrated ability to conduct significant independent research as judged by publications. Send curriculum vitae, reprints/preprints, and research and teaching statements, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to Chair, Developmental Biology Search Committee, Department of Zoology, The University of Oklahoma, 730 Van Vleet Oval, Norman, OK, 73019, or as PDFs to zoology@ou.edu. Further information about the Department of Zoology is available at zoology.ou.edu. Screening of candidates will begin December 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. (10/28/2009)
Other links of interest:
Texas A&M Employment Opportunities - current employment opportunities available at Texas A&M University. This comprehensive site includes printable application forms, a description of the process for applying for a position with the university, and a list of Frequently Asked Questions. TAMUS Employment Opportunities - lists complete job descriptions for all positions available at the Texas A&M University System Administrative and General Offices (SAGO). Sciencejobs.com - a leading web-based career service produced in partnership by the publishers of Cell, BioMedNet and New Scientist. Science magazine's Professional Network - job listings, career links, employer profiles, resume bank, career fairs and more. Nature magazine - self-proclaimed the "most comprehensive international listing of jobs on the Internet". Updated weekly. Chronicle of Higher Education - linked to their listing of faculty and research positions in science and technology.
