Research Associate - Hsu Lab

University of Texas at Austin

3d • Onsite

About The Position

In this position you will report directly to Dr. Ken Hsu and your primary research area will be to design and execute advanced experimental studies in the Hsu Lab, integrating chemical biology, quantitative proteomics, mass spectrometry, and in vivo models to support interdisciplinary research programs.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry or other related field
• Significant experience in Synthetic chemistry, Mass spectrometry, Chemical proteomics, Biochemical analyses, and Cell biology expertise

Nice To Haves

• Animal model expertise
• Bioinformatics analysis
• Programming experience

Responsibilities

• Participate in regular team meetings and provide required progress updates and reports.
• Perform laboratory research including chemical synthesis, cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and proteomics studies.
• Conduct TMT‑based quantitative proteomics, including sample preparation, operation and maintenance of LC‑MS/MS instrumentation, and proteomics data processing, quality control, protein identification, and ligand binding/functional domain analysis.
• Assist with rodent colony management and animal experiments, including compound treatments, xenograft models, genotyping, health monitoring, routine measurements, pre‑ and post‑operative care, and documentation for studies in immunology, cancer, and neuroscience.
• Work independently with the supervisor to design, execute, analyze, interpret, and communicate advanced experiments in collaborative meetings, and perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree