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FT Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the UTHealth School of Public Health. 

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Position Summary:

The Department of Epidemiology at the UTHealth School of Public Health is seeking an exceptional candidate for a post-doctoral fellowship in microbial genomics and wastewater epidemiology. In this position, the successful candidate will process wastewater samples to extract nucleic acids, perform library preparation and sequencing, and develop analytical methods to characterize the bacteria and fungi present in these samples. This role involves advanced molecular work, data analysis, and staying abreast of emerging biomedical advances to continuously improve research outcomes. The postdoc will also collaborate with team members and external partners, contribute to manuscript preparation and publication of research findings, assist in securing grant funding, maintain laboratory equipment, and perform other assigned duties, thereby gaining valuable experience in research design, execution, and grantsmanship. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or a related field, although applicants with degrees in other disciplines may be considered if they possess the requisite skills for microbial and genomic research. Preferred skills include next-generation sequencing, library preparation, microbial genomics, and bioinformatics, but candidates with a strong research background are encouraged to apply.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Process wastewater samples to extract nucleic acid        Perform library preparation and sequence the extracted nucleic acid            Stay abreast of new biomedical progress and technological advances in order to upgrade research skills and produce better and faster results           Collaborate with members of the research team and external collaborators and submit research findings for publication to advance the scientific knowledge of others         Assist in obtaining grant funds and other types of financial support         Maintain lab equipment         Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Education:

Doctoral/Terminal Degree

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.