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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV9023
Working Title
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Department
School of Medicine / MDOISU Cancer Research
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
Trainee position to pursue research as a vital component of their educational mission and professional career development. Under limited supervision and with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment, performs complex research work by assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of specialized research projects. Manages the upkeep, training, and supervision of specialized research equipment within area of assigned responsibility.
Description of Duties
The following is a listing of typical duties that may be applicable to the position:

• Develops and tests vaccines against infectious diseases, particularly tuberculosis.
• Work with conventional laboratory reagents, instrumentation, and molecular/tissue biology techniques.
• Operate and generate data utilizing advanced instrumentation/techniques, flow cytometry, confocal imaging, live animal IVIS, and CT-PET machines.
• Designs in vitro and in vivo (murine model) experiments.
• Record and analyze research data, write protocols and manuscripts
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received
General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
None.
Required Education
PhD in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or closely related field from an accredited University (based on funding restrictions degree may need to have been conferred within a set period of time previous to assuming position).
Preferred Education
None.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
None.
Preferred Experience

• Experience with animal research, immunology, and advanced instrumentation such as flow cytometry and confocal imaging.

• Prior experience in vaccine studies.

Equipment
Use of personal computer and proficiency in software and research statistical applications.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office/research environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
This is a trainee position subject to a specific time as agreed to by stakeholders.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
07/06/2026
Grant Funded Position
Yes
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
12/31/2028
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of BirthGender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/51524