Post-Doctoral Research Associate

University of Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Richardson, TEXAS
Deadline: 01 Jul 2025

Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S06194P
Position Title Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Functional Title Research Associate
Department Bioengineering
Salary Range Up to $70,000 DOQ
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 02/03/2025
Posting Close Date 07/01/2025
Open Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 03/03/2025
Job Summary
A postdoc position is available for candidates with a strong background in developmental biology, microscopy, metabolic imaging or related fields. The candidate will investigate spatial organization of developing embryos in close collaboration with molecular experimental colleagues, developing and devising a new platform to integrate single cell sequencing data as well as imaging profiles.
The Cao Laboratory utilizes and develops cutting-edge single-cell omics, imaging, and microfluidics tools to investigate lineages commitment, cell type evolution, and cell-cell interactions (e.g., Cao et al., Nature 2019; Lemaire et al., Science Advances, 2021; Chen et al., Plos Biology, 2022). Our research aims to elucidate the gene regulatory grammar in embryogenesis and cancer development (please visit https://labs.utdallas.edu/caolab for more details). The Cao Lab is well funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), and the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). A competitive salary, determined by candidates’ backgrounds and experience, is offered.
Please send your CV, cover letter, research statement and contact information for three referees to chen.cao@utdallas.edu
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D in a related field.
Preferred Education and Experience
  • PhD in Developmental Biology, Genetics, System biology, Biophysics or a related discipline with 3 years’ experience.
  • It is preferred that candidates demonstrate scientific productivity with peer-reviewed publications and strong commitment to scientific research. Recipients of recent PhD degree are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Ability to lead and direct teams of researchers including undergraduate and graduate students.
  • This position will require strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Project lead in lab management activities
  • Research supervision in multidisciplinary teams
  • Research direction setting for team projects
  • Lead grant writing efforts, report writing, and publication development
  • Project integration and scientific writing of journal publications, reports and grants/contracts
  • Conducting lab experiments related to spatial organization of embryogenesis
  • Supporting collaborations with external partners
  • Presentations of results at meetings and conferences
  • Demonstrate high level expertise and an advanced senior role in image data analyses, algorithm development and associated reporting strategies
  • Demonstrate team leadership and ability to work in team settings
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
A remote work schedule is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Internal Training
  • BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
  • PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
  • Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Dental/Vision/AD&D
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Winter Break
  • Fertility Benefits


All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
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Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
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