Research Scientist II

Job SummaryProvide direction and supervision to unit engaged in research, investigation or other technical operations. Will perform research for the university.Minimum Education and ExperienceA minimum of a PhD in a field directly related to research and a minimum of two years of experience/expertise as noted below; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Education and ExperiencePhD in microbiology or related field; at least 3 years microbiology lab experience; experience with soil microbiology and with bacterial pathogens are highly preferred; experience in mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students in individual research experiences and/or CUREs is highly preferred; enthusiasm for working with junior scientists is essential. Internal candidates may be given preference.Essential Duties and Responsibilities• Plans, coordinates, and supervises assigned research projects.• Mentors junior scientists (undergraduate students, graduate students, and other lab personnel) on experiments with biosafety level 1 and 2 bacteria.• Mentors junior scientists in research and writing endeavors.• Assembles and analyzes research data. Assists in preparation of grant applications and manuscripts.• Coordinates laboratory purchasing and reviews budgets to monitor spending and funds availability. Assists in research funding management.• Coordinates materials transfer agreements and shipping of research materials to investigators outside the university.• Plans, experiments with, and performs trial runs of new course-based research experiences (CUREs) in the lab, including dissemination of these to the scientific field via conference presentations and manuscripts.• Performs other duties as assigned.Additional InformationThis position is on campus in person.What We Can OfferUT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

Competitive SalaryTuition BenefitsInternal TrainingMedical insurance – including

100% paid

employee medical coverage for full-time employeesDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLong and short-term disabilityRetirement Plan OptionsPaid time off

Paid Holidays. All UT Dallas employees have access to various

professional development

opportunities , including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.Visit

https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/

for more information.

Special Instructions SummaryPlease provide contact information for 3 references in your cover letter or CV.Important Message1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University

is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation

for individuals with disabilities.

To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the

ADA Coordinator

.

For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the

Title IX Coordinator .

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