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UNT System 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 the University of North Texas Health Science Center at 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 inclusive 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. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. |
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Posting Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
Department | HSC-Inst for Health Disparities-300220 |
Job Location | Fort Worth |
Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
Retirement Eligibility | TRS Eligible |
Additional Retirement Information | For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php . |
Salary Information | Commensurate with experience |
Department Summary | The Institute for Health Disparities (IHD) conducts research, training and community outreach in the areas of minority health, health disparities and workforce diversity. Constituting the IHD are the Texas Center for Health Disparities, National Research Mentoring Network, Texas CEAL Consortium, Diversity Training Programs and the NIMHD Endowment. |
Position Overview | We are recruiting a motivated and skilled researcher for a Postdoctoral position to lead experiments on a project, HSC Scholars in Cancer Research funded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). The incumbent will have the opportunity to work with one of the faculty members conducting cutting-edge research in the areas of cancer and health disparities. The list of faculty working in these areas can be found on our website (Find Profiles — HSC (unthsc.edu) . The broad areas of research include artificial intelligence, cancer biology, cancer prevention, cancer therapeutics, computational biology, immunology, nanotechnology, proteomics, stem cell research, etc. |
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications | Doctoral degree. If not yet conferred, a letter from the school’s official Graduate Office and/or Registrar’s Office certifying that all requirements have been met and stating the degree conferral date can be accepted. |
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
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Preferred Qualifications | |
Required License / Registration / Certification | |
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday 8:00 am. – 5:00 pm |
Driving University Vehicle | No |
Security Sensitive | This is a security sensitive position. |
EEO Statement | The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices. |
Classification Title | Postdoctoral Research Assoc. |
Physical Requirements | Carrying, Climbing, Kneeling, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate |
Job Duties
o | Design, plan and conduct experiments. |
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o | Document and analyze data, and prepare manuscripts for publications. |
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o | Develop new project ideas and submit grant applications. |
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o | Provide scientific supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. |
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o | Provide leadership for lab management. |
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | S8040P |
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Position End Date (if temporary) | |
Special Instructions to Applicants | |
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81370 |
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