Research Scientist

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental,视觉,

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid holidays (12-15 days)

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, Texas seeks a Research Scientist to conduct complex independent research in the specified biomedical field. The role involves data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaboration with faculty and staff across disciplines.

The candidate will oversee lab operations, assist with grant acquisitions, and mentor students and postdocs, contributing to publications and scientific progress within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical or immunological sciences required.
• Six years of related experience in biomedical or immunological sciences preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex independent research in field of expertise.
• Oversee preparation and cleaning of worksite; organize supplies and research workflow.
• Analyze data, summarize results, and contribute to publications and grant proposals.
• Mentor student researchers and postdoctoral researchers as needed.
• Prepare and present technical progress reports to sponsors.

Skills

Excellent verbal & written skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

PhD in biomedical or immunological sciences

Six years of related experience in biomedical or immunological sciences

Job description

Job TitleResearch Scientist Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationBryan, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description

Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Research Scientist, under direction, is responsible for conducting complex independent research into their field of expertise. The Research Scientist will utilize techniques and strategies taught to them by their education and experiences to work towards solving the question presented by their research project. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Oversees the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.

Essential Duties and Tasks:

What you need to know Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours. Travel: May travel as required.

Responsibilities:

Research Will be responsible for conducting complex independent research into their field of expertise. Utilizes advanced knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Oversees the preparation and cleaning of worksite. Organizes worksite and determines what supplies are necessary to continue research in an effective manner. Analyzes research data and summarizes results. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with grant acquisition.

Mentoring/Supervision May assist student researchers, Postdoctoral Research Associates, Assistant Research Scientists, and/or Associate Research Scientists who are working on research related to the project. May supervise assigned staff and/or students.

10% Presentations: Prepares presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups. Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• PhD in biomedical or immunological sciences related field
• Six years of related experience in biomedical or immunological sciences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise working with rodents
• Experience in adaptive immunity

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative team.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.