Research Scientist

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning training

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center, College Station, TX, seeks a Research Scientist in the Department of Pharmacy - Instruction. The ideal candidate will lead independent research, contribute to pharmaceutical development, and maintain licensure for compounding and clinical work.

The role supports offices of student affairs and recruitment activities, with a grant-funded position contingent on future funding. Salary aligns with minimum academic health center rates in Texas.

Qualifications

• PharmD with license to practice.
• Six years of professional practice experience preferred.
• Regulatory affairs certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex independent research in pharmaceutical sciences.
• Serve as licensed pharmacist for compounding and clinical development.
• Plan, organize and manage research projects and equipment.
• Analyze data and summarize results for reports and publications.
• Assist with grant proposals and manuscript preparation.

Skills

Independent researcher

Multitask

Team collaboration

Pharmacy equipment operation

Scientific writing

Education

PharmD with license to practice

Tools

HPLC

FTIR

XRPD

Tablet presses

Job description

Job Title

Research Scientist Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Pharmacy - Instruction

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,653.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

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, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center 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

Join the Texas A&M College of Pharmacy as a Research Scientist in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences! In this role, you will assist the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and their administrative staff in all aspects of the office including pharmacy admissions; counseling and advising prospective, professional pharmacy, and transfer students. You will also assist with the planning, development, and implementation of recruitment activities for the Office of Student Affairs. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment.

What you need to know

Salary: Minimum Salary $55,844.04 Location/Travel: Located in College Station, Texas, this position may include occasional evenings, weekends and overnight travel.

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Responsibilities

• Research Conducting complex independent research, pharmaceutical development and serve as a licensed pharmacist for compounding and clinical phase development, etc
• Utilize advanced knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise.
• Organizes worksite and determines what supplies are necessary to continue research in an effective manner
• Analyze research data and summarize results
• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles and publications
• Assist with grant acquisition

Mentoring/Supervision May assist student researchers, postdoctoral research associates, etc who are working on research related to the project. May supervise assigned staff and/or students.

Documentation 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. Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience PharmD with license to practice Six years of professional practice experience.
• Required Licenses and Certifications Pharmacy license Regulatory affairs certification from a recognized professional organization, such as the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS).
• Preferred Qualifications Understanding of the rationale in pharmaceutical manufacturing, drug product development, or pharmacy compounding.
• Hands-on experience operating pharmaceutical manufacturing and processing equipment.
• Hands-on experience developing, optimizing, and validating analytical methods for pharmaceutical products.
• Demonstrated experience publishing scientific research in peer-reviewed journals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative team.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to operate a variety of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, including tablet presses, mixers, granulators, and related processing equipment.
• Ability to operate and perform analysis using pharmaceutical characterization techniques, including FTIR, XRPD, and other analytical instruments.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and validate HPLC systems and analytical methods.
• Ability to interpret and implement applicable federal and state regulations and regulatory guidance related to cGMP, GLP, and pharmacy compounding.
• Ability to interpret applicable FDA regulatory guidance and requirements for IND submissions and support the preparation of IND-related documentation.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific data, compile results, prepare technical reports, and effectively present findings and conclusions.
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively and professionally with laboratory members, faculty, staff, collaborators, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively and cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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

Benefits

• 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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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

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.

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