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Associate Research Professor

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Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 25055
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Jovanka Voyich
jovanka@montana.edu
406-994-7184
Classification Title
Working Title Associate Research Professor
Brief Position Overview
This position requires prior experience in the area of antiviral defense, mentorship of undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral trainees, and management of day-to-day laboratory operations.
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank NTT
Position Number 4B2313
Department Microbiology & Cell Biology
Division College of Agriculture/MAES
Appointment Type Research Faculty
Contract Term Fiscal Year
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Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type LOA
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details

General Statement
The Department of Microbiology & Cell Biology (MCB) has strong research programs in cell biology, molecular biology, immunology, microbial pathogenesis, and cell biology supported by state-of-the-art core facilities. Pathogen-containment facilities that accommodate small (BSL-3 & BSL-2) and large (ABSL-2) animal research are also available. The Department is part of the College of Agriculture and is a component of the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES). MCB is the primary department at MSU providing pre-medical and pre-veterinary training. The department is home to the Montana Medical Laboratory Science Professional Program, and our faculty participate in both the WWAMI Medical Education Program and the WIMU Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine. The department contributes significantly to MSU’s Center for Biofilm Engineering.
Duties and Responsibilities
Research Responsibilities:
  • Mastery of molecular cloning techniques (Gibson Assembly, Restriction enzyme cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, etc.).
  • Protein expression and purification from both bacterial and mammalian cells.
  • Mammalian tissue culture techniques, including lentiviral preparations.
  • Biochemical assays related to protein activity validation and quantification, including work with radioactive materials.


Laboratory Responsibilities:
  • Purchasing laboratory supplies and equipment.
  • Familiarity with university procurement policies and resources (Chrome River, MSU SmartBuy).
  • Maintenance and upkeep of laboratory equipment, including minor to moderate repairs when appropriate.
  • Ensuring compliance with university guidelines, including Biosafety Protocols and Radioactive Material Protocols.
  • Appropriate waste disposal (biohazard, chemical, radioactive, etc.).

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Budgeting and managing laboratory finances.
  • Quarterly budget projection meetings with the Principal Investigator (PI).
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  1. PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Structural or Molecular biology.
  2. Postdoc experience in antiviral defense.
  3. Evidence of publishing in peer reviewed journals.
  4. Evidence of mentoring students and postdocs.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  1. Prior experience in lab management.
The Successful Candidate Will
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program
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Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
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Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on December 27, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

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FLSA Determination

FLSA Status Exempt

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  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
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