Description

 
Research Associate - Department of Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology

Description: The Department of Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Tennessee (UT) seeks applications for a Research Associate to work under the supervision of Dr. Francisco Barrera. 

The Barrera lab investigates the role of membrane receptors in cancer progression, and develops peptide-based strategies for cancer imaging and drug delivery, using biophysics, biochemistry, cell biology and cell culture models. 

This Research Associate will perform experiments using a wide range of biophysical and cell biology experiments, including the culture and manipulation of cancer cell lines. Biophysical experiments will involve the preparation of lipid vesicles, and the study using fluorescence and similar techniques to study how different peptides interact with lipid membranes. The Research Associate will be tasked with leading the conception of research projects, using their independency and leadership to design experiments directly for him/her.

Qualifications

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities for this position include:

·         The Research Associate will perform cell biology experiments, including the growth, manipulation and experimentation with cancer cells and other cell types. The Research Associate will independently carry out these experiments, under the direction of the PI.

·         The Research Associate will be tasked with leading the conception of research projects, using their independency and leadership to design experiments directly for him/her, and also in collaboration with other members of the laboratory, in particular graduate students. With the guidance of faculty, interpret and present results to fellow lab members. Additionally, the candidate will perform other functions related to research, including data analysis, and data presentation, lab meeting, and manuscript preparation.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology or a related field
• Previous laboratory experience of at least five years as postdoctoral associate in a laboratory with the relevant expertise.

Preferred Education and Experience 

• Advanced membrane biochemistry or biophysical technical skill
• Experience working in at least two laboratories after obtaining Ph. D.

Required Skills and Abilities:

· Expertise working in the areas of biochemistry, biophysics and cellular biology, including high ability in the culture of human cells, including cancer cells, and the use of molecular and cellular biology techniques.

Support: $70,000 per years University of Tennessee non-exempt staff fringe benefits.

How to Apply:

· Please attach the following electronic documents to the HR application: cover letter and resume, including contact information of references.

· Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled

Job
  Research Professional 
Primary Location
  US-Tennessee-knoxville 
Organization
  Biochem/Cell & Molec Biology 
Schedule
  Full-time 
Campus/Institute  Knoxville 
Job Posting
  Jul 18, 2023, 3:37:04 PM