Research Associate

Position DetailsAnnouncement Number STAFF
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– 21370For questions regarding this position, please contact:Kim Hilmerkimberly.hilmer@montana.eduClassification Title Research ProfessionalWorking Title Research AssociateBrief Position OverviewThe Bothner Lab is looking for a qualified individual to complete research in a biological and analytical chemistryPosition Number 4C0487Department ChemistryDivision College of Letters & ScienceAppointment Type Research ProfessionalContract Term Fiscal YearSemesterIf other, specify From dateIf other, specify End dateFLSA Non-ExemptUnion Affiliation Exempt from Collective BargainingFTE 0.25-0.5Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources
– 406-994-3651)Salary $7800
– 15600 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualificationsContract Type LOAIf other, please specifyRecruitment Type OpenGeneral StatementThe Bothner Lab is looking for a qualified individual to fulfill the duties of a Research.

The individual filling this position will carry out biological and analytical chemistry research related to elucidating CO2 fixation by novel microbial enzymes, pathways for iron and sulfur acquisition in methanogens, and metabolic changes due to cellular and organismal stress.

Experimental work includes cell culture, protein expression, purification, and characterization, activity assays, and mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and proteomics.Duties and Responsibilities+ Performing biochemical experimentation+ Data analysis and interpretation+ Ordering materials and supplies+ Participating in the writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant proposalsRequired Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills+ B.S.

or M.S in chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology or related field plus a minimum of one year of research experience+ Experience with one or more of the following: cell culture, protein expression, purification and characterization, bioinformatics.+ Experience with and/or demonstrated ability to learn common word processing, reference management, and data processing softwarePreferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills+ Experience with spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques including UV-vis, HPLC , FPLC , Mass Spectrometry including GCMS , LCMS , and MALDI
– TOF+ Experience using common bioinformatics tools+ Experience with software tools for differential omics analyses such as Progenesis, SCMS , and/or MetaboanalystThe Successful Candidate Will+ Have good interpersonal, organizational, communication, and computer skills+ Have the ability to work independently and with others as well as an aptitude for establishing and maintaining constructive working relationships with a wide spectrum of laboratory personnel in a collaborative environment, while representing MSU in a professional manner.+ Have the ability to maintain excellent records, pay attention to detail, meet deadlines, prioritize multiple projects, present research results in front of colleagues.Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationContinuation of employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.

Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Physical DemandsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

The requirements listed in this description are representative of the physical demands required.This position has supervisory duties?

NoNumber of Vacancies 1Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.Position End Date (if temporary)Open DateClose DateApplications will be:Screening of applications will begin on July 29, 2021; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.Special InstructionsDiversity StatementMontana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment.

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In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job.

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