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Posting Title Research Scientist I - Biological Sciences Department UNT-Biological Sciences-121100 College/School College of Science Job Location Denton Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible Additional Retirement Information For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.
Salary Information Department Summary The Department of Biological Sciences is one of four departments in the College of Science. Our faculty is a community of scholars dedicated to teaching and research in the life and environmental sciences. We measure our success by the success of our students and the quality of our intellectual contributions to society. Our alumni include many distinguished researchers and university professors who are dedicated to high-quality teaching and research.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Summary UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Texas is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist (level I). The Research Scientist will be involved in a project focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms regulating a potassium channel, utilizing the nematode C. elegans as a model system. More specifically, the candidate will perform various biochemical and molecular experiments, including plasmid preparation, cloning, RNA isolation, western blotting, and immunostaining. The candidate will also be responsible for performing microinjections to create transgenic worms, conducting freeze-thaw cycles on worm samples, and executing worm behavior assays. Additionally, the candidate will be in charge of general laboratory maintenance, which includes cleaning lab space and ordering supplies. The ultimate goal of this research is to gain a better understanding of how the potassium channel is regulated in vivo and how its regulation affects neuronal function.
Minimum Qualifications A Master's degree with at least two years of relevant experience in a life science laboratory.
Prior working experience with the C. elegans model.
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in molecular cloning and protein analysis.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Required License / Registration / Certification Physical Requirements Ability to communicate Area of Specialty Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
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Description of Job Duty Perform various biochemical and molecular experiments.
Description of Job Duty Prepare solutions, buffers, and culture medium.
Description of Job Duty Makes scientific observations, keep records of data.
Description of Job Duty Perform microinjection to make transgenic worms and maintain worm stains.
Description of Job Duty General laboratory maintenance such as cleaning lab space and ordering supplies
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Posting Number F1449P Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/77699 Position End Date (if temporary) 
