HS/Associate Scientist 1

A full-time position is available for a staff scientist/lab manager to join the Endicott laboratory, in the UNM HSC Department of Pathology. The lab's multi-disciplinary research program will use a combination of quantitative proteomics, biochemistry, microscopy, and cell biology to address fundamental questions pertaining to chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA). CMA is a selective form of lysosomal proteolysis, which through selective degradation of rate-limiting enzymes, regulates essential metabolic processes.

The successful applicant will work under the direction of an Assistant Professor. The primary responsibilities will be conducting experiments in molecular biology and biochemistry. The applicant should have a familiarity with most basic laboratory techniques such as preparing DNA, RNA, and protein extracts from cells and mouse tissues, running DNA and protein gels, setting up PCR reactions, making solutions, and performing cell culture. The ideal applicant should be able to perform advanced techniques in cell culture, including gene knockdowns, overexpression, and drug does curves. The candidate will be expected to learn, develop, and perform new experimental protocols, depending on the needs of the lab. Other responsibilities will include data analysis, making figures, PowerPoint presentations.

Candidates who (in addition to the aforementioned skills) have training and experience with laboratory mice will be given preference.

It is expected that the new hire will work in a team-oriented setting, and will be expected to provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members. The new hire will have the opportunity to train undergraduate students, but this is not mandatory.

In addition to research responsibilities, the successful applicant will spend one day per week maintaining detailed inventory records of valuable samples and laboratory supplies. The new hire will place orders, as needed, and will approve the orders of junior lab members.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Prospective Employee page for a more complete explanation of UNM benefits.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• For individual positions in which driving is a job requirement, a valid NM driver's license and valid UNM driver's permit will be required.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with laboratory management
• Authorship on recently published peer-reviewed publications
• Experience working in teams and with mentoring undergraduate students or summer interns

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