The University of Texas at Austin
Research Associate, Li lab, College of Pharmacy
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Research Associate, Li Lab, College of Pharmacy
Join as a Research Associate in the Li Lab at The University of Texas at Austin. This role involves investigating rare cancer pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), establishing animal models, and metabolically engineering natural products as potential PMP therapeutics.
Job Posting Details
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Benefits
Competitive compensation plan with comprehensive benefits including insurance, Teachers Retirement System (TRS) retirement benefits, paid vacation, sick and holiday time off, professional development, wellness services, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Work may be performed in‑person or remotely, as determined by supervisor.
Additional hours or weekends may be required for time‑sensitive projects or events.
Purpose
The Research Associate reports to Jie Li, Associate Professor in the College of Pharmacy.
Responsibilities
Biological evaluations of natural products related to PMP.
Microbial genome mining, genetic manipulation, and metabolic engineering for natural product discovery as potential PMP therapeutics.
Manuscript preparation for scientific publication.
Generate data and contribute to grant applications.
Additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Educational and training background in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacy, with a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
At least five years’ postdoctoral research experience with rare cancer pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), including PMP cell culture and functional assays, and isolation of bacteria from PMP tumor tissues.
At least five years’ postdoctoral research experience with microbial genome mining, genetic manipulation, metabolic engineering, and natural products bioassays.
Proficiency in analyzing microbial genomic and metabolomic data.
Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research and publish original research in leading scientific journals.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in bioinformatics and cheminformatics.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for working in research teams.
Salary Range
$68,800+ depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Open office environment.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.
Required Materials
Resume
Letter of Interest
List of 3 Professional References; at least one must be from a supervisor.
Important
You will be prompted to submit your Resume/CV in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials as listed above will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi‑select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Employment Eligibility
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility
The retirement plan for this position is the 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.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E‑Verify
The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197. For more information about E‑Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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Job Posting Details
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
Benefits
Competitive compensation plan with comprehensive benefits including insurance, Teachers Retirement System (TRS) retirement benefits, paid vacation, sick and holiday time off, professional development, wellness services, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Work may be performed in‑person or remotely, as determined by supervisor.
Additional hours or weekends may be required for time‑sensitive projects or events.
Purpose
The Research Associate reports to Jie Li, Associate Professor in the College of Pharmacy.
Responsibilities
Biological evaluations of natural products related to PMP.
Microbial genome mining, genetic manipulation, and metabolic engineering for natural product discovery as potential PMP therapeutics.
Manuscript preparation for scientific publication.
Generate data and contribute to grant applications.
Additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Educational and training background in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Pharmacy, with a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
At least five years’ postdoctoral research experience with rare cancer pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), including PMP cell culture and functional assays, and isolation of bacteria from PMP tumor tissues.
At least five years’ postdoctoral research experience with microbial genome mining, genetic manipulation, metabolic engineering, and natural products bioassays.
Proficiency in analyzing microbial genomic and metabolomic data.
Demonstrated ability to conduct scientific research and publish original research in leading scientific journals.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in bioinformatics and cheminformatics.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for working in research teams.
Salary Range
$68,800+ depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
Open office environment.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.
Required Materials
Resume
Letter of Interest
List of 3 Professional References; at least one must be from a supervisor.
Important
You will be prompted to submit your Resume/CV in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials as listed above will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi‑select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Employment Eligibility
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility
The retirement plan for this position is the 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.
Background Checks
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Pay Transparency
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E‑Verify
The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197. For more information about E‑Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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