Lubbock

HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc

40715BR

Pharm-Neuro Dept Lbk Genl

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Org Level 7

511701 - Pharm-Neuro Dept Lbk Genl

Instititution

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Major/Essential Functions

• Animal work.
• Cell culture.
• Molecular biology studies.
• Immunohistochemical studies.

Occasional Duties

May supervise student assistants

Required Qualifications

PhD or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.

Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Experience in planning and allocating the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A PhD, MD, or an equivalent doctoral degree, in neuroscience, molecular/cellular biology, physiology, molecular pharmacology, or related field; experience in the use of various molecular, cellular, histological and behavioral approaches to study aging and Alzheimer’s disease related questions.
• Prior knowledge in neuroscience, cellular and molecular biology, and/or physiology.
• Experience in contributing to experiment design and research and has carried out assigned experiments, collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Experience co-authoring articles for professional journal publications; preparation and formal presentation of research results.
• Prior Supervisory experience, preferably as a student assistant.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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Pay Basis

Monthly

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Group

Research Staff

Shift

Other

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?

Yes