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Job Title: Research Assistant (TEMPORARY) - Grant Jensen Lab
Job Closing Date: June 7, 2026
Job Start Date: June 22, 2026
Be part of groundbreaking research that combines artificial intelligence and structural biology. Join our team as we investigate how synthetic data can improve AI models and accelerate discoveries through cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET).
Required Degree: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related area
Job Qualifications:
- Familiarity of cryoET
- Experience with synthetic cryoET data
- Experience comparing phantom data and synthetic cryo-ET data
Job Duties/Expectations:
- Comparative AI Analysis and Benchmarking
- CryoET data annotation
- Computational Data Processing and Analysis
- Research Collaboration and Reporting
What we offer in return:
This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA pass
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Pay Grade: 46
Typical Starting Pay: $16.50-$21.25
The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.
Required Documents:
All Staff positions require a resume.
Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!