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About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The Postdoctoral Research Associate hired in this position will join the Department of Biological Sciences and BioDiscovery Institute (BDI). The Department of Biological Sciences (https://cos.unt.edu/biology/) is one of four departments in the College of Science. Our faculty is a community of scholars dedicated to teaching and research in the life and environmental sciences. We measure our success by the success of our students and the quality of our intellectual contributions to society. Our alumni include many distinguished researchers and university professors who are dedicated to high-quality teaching and research. The BDI (https://research.unt.edu/bdi/index.html) was established in 2016 as an Institute of Research Excellence at the UNT under the Division of Research and Innovation. The BDI brings together researchers across biology, chemistry, engineering, and data science to accelerate discovery in the life sciences. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and shared research infrastructure, BDI drives innovation that supports health, food security, and energy solutions.
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Position Overview
The Horn Laboratory in The BioDiscovery Institute and Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team. Our lab broadly focuses on characterizing molecular processes and engineering lipid-based bioproducts in plant systems. This position will investigate the role of lipid remodeling in cotton stress and recovery resilience. This research will advance both fundamental insights into cotton physiology and biochemistry as well as contributing to potential applications in cotton breeding and molecular engineering.
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Minimum Qualifications
• Ph.D. in plant biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or a related field.
• Peer-reviewed publications in plant biochemistry.
• Prior research experience in lipids, redox biochemistry, proteomics, and plant molecular biology.
• Ability to design and conduct experiments both independently and collaboratively as needed.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with stress phenotyping in cotton and/or other crop systems.
• Programming skills and/or working with protein analysis software are desired.
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills are highly desired.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
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Required License/Registration/Certifications
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Job Duties
- Plan and conduct experiments in consultation with Dr. Horn.
- Conduct experiments in accordance with all regulatory and safety policies.
- Make scientific observations, keep excellent records of data and interpretations.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication and scientific reports based on experimental results.
- Prepare presentations or presentation materials of results in support of projects.
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Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
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Environmental Hazards
Exposure to fumes and airborne particles.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
Work with toxic or caustic chemicals.
Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood.
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Work Schedule
Varies based upon assignment
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Driving University Vehicle
No
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Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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