Instructor Research - Translational Neuroscience

University-of-Texas-Medical-Branc; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston invites an Instructor to conduct translational neuroscience research focusing on neurodegenerative diseases and human iPSC-derived cerebral organoid models at MBHI and the Department of Translational Neuroscience.

The role includes designing and advancing projects, analyzing data, preparing manuscripts and grants, mentoring students, and contributing to education and collaborations within MBHI.

Qualifications

• PhD required in neuroscience or a related field.
• Experience in iPSC-derived organoid models is preferred.
• Strong publication record and grant-writing skills.
• Experience mentoring students and collaborating across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and advance translational neuroscience research projects.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare manuscripts and grant applications.
• Mentor graduate students and contribute to education and collaborations.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Mentoring

Grant writing

Education

PhD in neuroscience or related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Instructor will conduct translational neuroscience research within the Moody Brain Health Institute (MBHI) and the Department of Translational Neuroscience, with a primary focus on neurodegenerative diseases and the development and application of human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cerebral organoid models.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Research activities may include studies of Alzheimer’s disease and related neurodegenerative conditions, tau and amyloid-beta oligomer toxicity, neural stem cell biology and neurogenesis, and the cellular and molecular mechanisms associated with resilience to neurodegeneration.
• The Instructor will contribute to the design, execution, and advancement of research projects; analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare manuscripts, scientific presentations, and grant applications; and support the development of new research initiatives and interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Additional responsibilities will include mentoring graduate students and other research trainees, participating in graduate and medical education as appropriate, and contributing to the broader research, educational, and collaborative missions of MBHI and the Department of Translational Neuroscience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PhD

SALARY:
Commensurate with experience

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