• Express, purify, and characterize full-length and deletion constructs of group II intron and other non-LTR retroelement reverse transcriptase and related proteins for structural analysis and biotechnological applications using Fast Protein Liquid Chromatography FPLC and other methods. Characterize wild-type and mutant proteins biochemically via enzymatic assays and determine conditions for obtaining diffraction quality crystals and/or for cryo-electron microscopy analysis of proteins and protein/nucleic acid complexes. Carry out biochemical and biophysical assays. 

• Obtain structures of reverse transcriptase and related enzymes and their nucleic acid-protein complexes by X-ray diffraction and/or cryo-EM structures.

• Write manuscripts and assist in the preparation of reports, abstracts, manuscripts and proposals. Make presentations at lab meetings. Attend lab meetings and other meetings. Order chemicals and supplies specific to current project.

• Provide instruction, assistance and mentoring to graduate students.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to fill a postdoctoral fellow position to assist with a variety of active and post-wildland fire research topics, including but not limited to using UAV platforms to characterize active fire thermal and gas emissions, improve spreading models and detection algorithms, and assessing post-fire effects. The aim of the project is to (1) improve the efficiency of prescribed, (2) increase the accuracy of proximal air quality estimation, (3) improve fire line thermodynamic models, (4) improve ecosystem regeneration through burning, and (5) increase situational awareness during large fire incidents.

The postdoctoral fellow will join a team developing novel thermal imagers and other sensors for UAVs to improve our observations and analytical capabilities across the active and post-fire lifecycle. The successful candidate will have the ability to work on all or a few of the research topics. The position will involve the integration of multiple geophysical datasets and interpretations, and the development of new concepts and methods to automate the processing of field data in near real-time to provide insights to wildland fire commanders regarding thermal and gas dynamics, burn intensity, and rate of spread.

A postdoctoral researcher position is available to work with Dr. Ken Dunton at The University of Texas Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, TX, starting August 2025 (negotiable). Research in the Dunton lab is broadly focused in estuarine ecology, with a strong emphasis on marine vegetation, from subtropical marshes and seagrasses to High Arctic kelp, with strong connections to interdisciplinary studies (see: https://marinescience.utexas.edu/directory/kenneth-dunton)

The research program associated with this postdoctoral position is specifically focused on a coast-wide survey of seagrass distribution along the Texas Gulf Coast. The State of Texas is committed to a seagrass “Tier 1” mapping effort that complements on-going “Tier 2” rapid assessment studies under a broader effort to restore and protect coastal seagrass resources. The proposed mapping project involves acquisition of high-resolution modern satellite imagery and the application of deep convolutional neural networks (DCNN) for image analysis.

Candidates for the position are expected to have exceptionally strong backgrounds in GIS, computational science and expertise in other sciences (biology, ecology, physics/engineering, etc.) and programming (e.g. R, Python, etc.). The successful candidate is also expected to coordinate field sampling efforts for map validation and accuracy assessment.

• Analyze data and write manuscripts.

• Perform two photon microscopy, extracellular electrophysiology and whole cell recordings in behaving animals.

• Perform surgical procedures.

• Assist with day-to-day operation of scientific laboratory, solution making, and animal care.

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

This is a grant-funded position with an expected end date of May 31, 2028. Continuation of the role is contingent upon ongoing grant funding. The position is PI-eligible, and as such the individual in this position will have the opportunity to apply for grant funding independently and/or in collaboration with Professor Hildebrandt Ruiz.

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

At UT Austin, we say “What starts here changes the world.”  As a member of the university community, you will be part of an organization that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will have meaning and make a difference not only in the lives of our faculty, staff, and students, but also those who are impacted by our first class academic and research programs.

We seek applicants for a 12-month Post-Doctoral Fellowship, renewable for up to two additional years, subject to funding.  Following the publication in November 2024 of our Texas Civic Vitality Report on Voting, this role will support the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Life efforts to continue to provide quantitative and qualitative insights into the health of democracy and civic institutions in the State of Texas.

The Fellow will have the opportunity to assemble an advisory board of scholars and statewide civic leaders to guide and contribute to the Institute’s research.   The Fellow will also have opportunities to contribute to other areas of research interest to ASI, including alternative voting systems that can reduce political polarization, and the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence on civil society.

The Research Associate will support the coordination and implementation of several complex funded research projects through daily management and operational oversight.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and screening potential research participants

• Obtaining consent, enrolling participants, and scheduling appointments

• Managing study medications and/or devices

• Conducting all study visit procedures and administering related measures

• Collecting/processing/storing and shipping biospecimens (blood + blood draw)

• Collecting and entering data, and facilitating study monitoring visits

• Completing all study start-up tasks, such as obtaining materials from the sponsor and ensuring regulatory documents are finalized through internal processes

• Maintain tracking logs

• Managing project close-out activities

• Developing and maintaining project plans to track deliverables and ensure successful completion

• Proactively identifying and resolving project-related issues

• Coordinating meeting logistics and capturing minutes

• Collaborating with other departments, schools at the University, and partner institutions

• Actively participating in research meetings and events

• Assisting with specialized clerical and technical duties related to human subject research (e.g., IRB and research approvals) and other administrative tasks as assigned

This position will provide research assistance/support for research projects in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Austin working as part of a team of faculty, staff, graduate students, and undergraduate assistants.

• Reviews medical records and conducts pre-screens and full screenings for study recruitment. Obtains informed consent from study participants, ensuring they understand the study procedures and requirements. Participate in recruiting efforts to enroll trial participants.

• Executes data collection procedure and assessments and assist with subject recruitment. Accurately enters data into electronic data capture systems and maintain data integrity. Reports adverse events in accordance with regulatory requirements and study protocols. Addresses and resolves data queries in a timely manner. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines associated with clinical trials.

• Participates in subject management, including phone calls and general coordination to schedule patients for study visits and follow-ups. Work closely with Principal Investigators (PIs), clinicians, and other research staff to facilitate study operations. Works both independently and as part of a team to achieve project goals. Performs administrative and coordinating tasks pertaining to study management.

• Other related functions as assigned.

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

Marine sediments are the largest organic carbon sink on Earth and play a crucial role in the regulation of Earth’s atmospheric gas composition and climate. While many factors influence the fate of sedimentary organic carbon, the drivers behind the incomplete breakdown and long-term storage of organic carbon in sediments are not understood. Major reasons are lack of research integration across the fields of sedimentology, geochemistry, and microbiology, and general use of destructive, extraction-based methods that are designed for the analysis of large sediment samples. These bulk methods are quantitative but produce limited insight into the micron- and submicron-scale context within which the fate of sedimentary organic carbon is ultimately determined. The central aim of this project is to develop Single-Particle Raman-Assisted Metagenomics (SPRAM) as a new tool that will enable scientists to integrate the fields of sedimentology, geochemistry, and microbiology and study the carbon cycle at the scale of single sedimentary particles. The development of SPRAM may provide a crucial step toward a mechanistic understanding of why certain components of sedimentary organic carbon pools are microbially metabolized, while others evade microbial breakdown and contribute to Earth’s largest organic carbon sink.

The position is for a postdoctoral scientist and comes with initial funding for two years as well as part-time technician support. This position is open for renewal after the first year.

(18) Postdoctoral Fellowship Position

Postdoc Fellowship Position summary/title: Research Associate I

The purpose of these two fixed-term (1 year) positions is to support a clinical trial funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that examines the efficacy of an aerobic based exercise intervention on smoking cessation in adults with high anxiety sensitivity. There are two openings for this position as this trial requires two research associates. One position will require more data management while the other requires more administrative management.

Deadline : Open Until Filled

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Carry out research in RNA biology and novel reverse transcriptase, with RNA-seq, diagnostic, and genome engineering applications

• Conduct independent research experiments using a wide variety of techniques, such as biochemical assays and electrophoresis, growth of bacteria, preparation of plasmid DNA, cloning and mutagenesis of plasmid DNA, isolation of RNA and DNA from cells, PCR and RT-PCR, Southern and Northern blotting, and reporter assays, protein expression and purification, in vitro mutagenesis, and biochemical assays, Next-generation RNA sequencing, RNA-seq library construction, and data analysis.

• Provide instruction, assistance and mentoring to graduate students.

• Write manuscripts and assist in the preparation of reports, abstracts, manuscripts and proposals. Make presentations at lab meetings, attend lab meetings and other meetings. Order chemicals and supplies specific to current project.

The Kowalski Lab at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position focused on developing advanced, AI-enabled methods for clinical decision support in precision oncology. The fellow will work at the intersection of computational innovation, translational science, and patient-centered care, contributing to pioneering efforts in integrating multi-modal data for individualized cancer therapy selection.

The lab leads multi-institutional projects combining clinical, molecular, proteomic, and other published data to build explainable and scalable decision-support systems. These systems are designed to bridge gaps in personalized treatment for patients with rare, resistant, or genomically un-targetable cancers.

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.

At UT Austin, we say “What starts here changes the world.”  As a member of the university community, you will be part of an organization that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will have meaning and make a difference not only in the lives of our faculty, staff, and students, but also those who are impacted by our first-class academic and research programs.