The Role
Conducts biomedical research on metabolic liver disease and aging by designing experiments, developing protocols, performing molecular biology techniques, maintaining transgenic mouse colonies, conducting animal studies, analyzing results, preparing reports and manuscripts, and ensuring compliance with safety and ethical requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Under the general supervision of Dr. Mengwei Zang at UT Health San Antonio, conducts research projects on metabolic liver disease and aging, including developing and modifying research protocols and methodologies.
Responsibilities- Plan, design, and implement research experiments according to established protocols to assure high-quality scientific results in support of project goals.
- Develop, design, and conduct one or multiple large research projects according to the plan. Develop and implement technical methodologies, including molecular biology techniques such as PCR, real-time PCR, cell culture and transfection, and Western blotting.
- Maintain transgenic mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, establishing disease mouse models, drug administration, and blood collection.
- Conduct animal experiments and assess outcomes; adapt subsequent studies based on the findings.
- Present data in organized, readable formats, including written reports and graphical summaries as needed, and perform other activities related to each project.
- Write research progress reports and prepare manuscripts for publication.
- Assure compliance with institutional policies, rules, and regulations to meet federal, state, and local standards and codes pertaining to safety and ethics.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate the ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent tasks within schedule constraints and respond to emerging needs in a timely manner.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally, warmly, and sensitively with research participants.
- Demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects and maintain attention to detail in data collection and documentation.
- Assist in preparation of progress reports, manuscripts, and conference presentation materials, as directed by the PI.
- Conduct literature reviews and maintain current knowledge of metabolism, transcriptional regulation, chronic liver disease, and aging.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), as well as a willingness to learn study-specific software.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree degree in a specialized field of study is required.
- Master's degree in a specialized field of study is highly preferred.
Experience:
- Four (4) years of experience is required.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers for Company Culture.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.
Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.
FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
- Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
EEO Statement
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a specialized field of study
- Master's degree in a specialized field of study
- Four years of experience
- Ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent tasks within schedule constraints
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage complex projects and maintain attention to detail in data collection and documentation
- Ability to assist with progress reports, manuscripts, and conference presentation materials
- Ability to conduct literature reviews and maintain knowledge of metabolism, transcriptional regulation, chronic liver disease, and aging
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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UT Health San Antonio™, one of the country’s leading health sciences universities, is the leader in south/central Texas funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The university’s schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, health professions and graduate biomedical sciences have produced more than 33,000 alumni. The $806.6 million operating budget supports four campuses in San Antonio and Laredo, and is the primary driver of its community’s $37 billion biomedical and health care industry. For more information on the many ways “We make lives better®,” visit uthealthsa.org.
