Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Fetal Intervention

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join their innovative Fetal Center. This role focuses on conducting vital research to enhance outcomes after fetal surgeries, such as those for twin-twin transfusion syndrome and fetal spina bifida. As part of a collaborative team, you will design experiments, analyze data, and mentor emerging researchers. The position offers a supportive environment with generous benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and wellness programs. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Retirement and pension plans

Free financial and legal counseling

Free mental health counseling services

Gym membership discounts

Resources for child and elder care

Qualifications

• Experience in Ob Gyn, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and/or Fetal Surgery is preferred.
• This position offers early-career researchers the chance to gain experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications.
• Mentors lab personnel, including graduate students and trainees.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with colleagues.

Skills

Ob Gyn

Maternal Fetal Medicine

Fetal Surgery

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Doctoral/Terminal Degree

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Fetal Intervention

Join to apply for the Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Fetal Intervention role at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)

The position is with the Fetal Center at UTHealth Houston.

The goal of this assignment is to conduct research related to improving outcomes after fetal surgery through improved diagnosis, refinement of procedures, and evaluating outcomes. Fetal intervention for conditions including twin-twin transfusion syndrome, fetal spina bifida, and other fetoscopic-based and needle-guided in-utero procedures. Activities will also include laboratory and animal research.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes benefits such as:

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation, and sick leave—around 37-38 days per year)
• Accumulated vacation days with longer tenure
• Retirement and pension plans

We take care of our employees! Our wellbeing programs include:

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and wellness programs
• Other employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.)
• Resources for child and elder care

Position Summary:

Experience in Ob Gyn, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and/or Fetal Surgery is preferred. This biomedical postdoc position offers early-career researchers the chance to gain experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to scientific knowledge.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Designs and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications.
• Mentors lab personnel, including graduate students and trainees.
• Reviews literature and stays updated on relevant research.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Maintains strong written and oral communication skills.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education: Doctoral/Terminal Degree

Physical Requirements: Occasionally exerts up to 20 pounds of force; frequently up to 10 pounds.

Security Sensitive: May contain positions subject to Texas Education Code 51.215.

Residency Requirement: Must reside and work in Texas.