Visiting Jr. Researcher, Center Host Genetics

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Candidate will investigate regulatory elements within the 3’ untranslated regions (3’UTRs) of protein-coding genes by integrating various genomic databases, high-throughput sequencing datasets, and predictive models. The 3’UTR governs mRNA stability, degradation, translation, transport, and localization through polyadenylation signals and cleavage sites, RNA-binding protein interactions, and microRNA target sites. Developing a genome-wide computational framework to systematically detect and interpret 3’UTR variants with potential functional impacts on gene regulation. When this research is analyzed and interpreted, candidate will be able to prepare manuscripts for publication, assist with grant proposals and progress reports to support project funding.

Requirements

• Working on a Ph.D.
• No experience

Responsibilities

• Investigate regulatory elements within the 3’ untranslated regions (3’UTRs) of protein-coding genes by integrating various genomic databases, high-throughput sequencing datasets, and predictive models.
• Develop a genome-wide computational framework to systematically detect and interpret 3’UTR variants with potential functional impacts on gene regulation.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Assist with grant proposals and progress reports to support project funding.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

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