Research Scientist

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

Disability insurance

Paid holidays (12–15 per year)

Sick leave and vacation

Retirement benefits

Wellness program

Professional development

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking a Research Scientist to lead the conception, execution, and evaluation of innovative studies. You will oversee study logistics, IRB compliance, and data integrity, while preparing manuscripts and progress reports for grants and dissemination.

You will collaborate with internal and external investigators, develop statistical plans, manage data tools, and contribute to education and outreach activities related to chronic disease prevention and health

Qualifications

Ph.D. in nutrition, public health, epidemiology, or related field; or equivalent experience.
Six years of related experience, including human subjects research and grants.
Proficiency in statistical programming languages and data visualization tools.
Experience leading manuscript preparation and grant funding.

Responsibilities

Lead conceptualization, development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects.
Oversee IRB protocols, project logistics, and pre-/post-award management.
Prepare analysis reports, manuscripts, and dissemination products.
Contribute to grant proposals, budgeting, and study designs.
Engage in community outreach and participant recruitment.

Skills

Statistical software

Data visualization

Grant writing

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in related field

Six years of related experience

Tools

SPSS

STATA

SAS

Tableau

Power BI

Qualtrics

REDCap

Job description

Job TitleResearch Scientist Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Dallas Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationDallas, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Position Information

Job Summary: The Research Scientist will lead the conceptualization, development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects and studies, including oversight of operational procedures and project logistics. The Research Scientist will also lead the preparation of analysis reports, results sections for academic manuscripts, and dissemination products. Additional responsibilities include supporting and contributing to grant and funding proposal development, coordinating pre- and post-award management, and engaging in participant recruitment, community outreach, and communication.

Responsibilities

40% – Research Project Leadership & Operations Lead conceptualization, development, implementation, and evaluation of research projects, including ongoing and new ancillary studies. Design and manage operational procedures for research projects, including IRB protocols, project logistics, and field work. Coordinate pre- and post-award management with internal and external investigators; manage grants and draft progress reports (e.g., NIH, USDA). Manage and oversee use of appropriate research methods, techniques, and tools; guide and train staff.
15% – Statistical & Data Management Provide support on advanced statistical research and modeling (e.g., regression, predictive modeling). Analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative data using established statistical methods (e.g., mixed models), data mining, data visualization, and data science management. Assist with documentation of statistical methods, analysis algorithms, and operational procedures; manage public datasets and develop/managing online tools (e.g., Qualtrics, REDCap) for project needs. Assist with data management, including cleaning, documentation, acquisition, merging, and security.
20% – Grant Development, Reporting & Dissemination Contribute to grant proposal and funding application development, including statistical plans, budgeting, and sample size calculations for diverse study designs. Prepare and present reports, manuscripts, scientific presentations, manuals, and other dissemination products; summarize and communicate findings in text, tables, and graphics. Develop and refine curricula and program materials for chronic disease prevention and health promotion.
15% – Community Engagement & Communication Lead study participant recruitment, data collection, and field work. Conduct literature reviews to inform study design, community‑engaged interventions, and scientific publications. Evaluate and summarize study and program impacts/results.
10% – Other duties as assigned Perform additional responsibilities or tasks as required to support leadership and research operations.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in related field (e.g., nutrition, public health, epidemiology) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Six years of related experience, especially experience conducting human subjects research and working on research grants.
Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., R, SPSS, STATA, SAS), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and database applications.
Demonstrated experience leading the preparation of research manuscripts and securing grant funding.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with faculty and staff.
Detail oriented and ability to organize tasks and prioritize work with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nursing (MSN, DNP, or equivalent), with current Texas APRN licensure and certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
Advanced clinical assessment skills, including patient evaluation, management, and documentation in a research setting.
Demonstrated expertise in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB regulatory requirements, and ethical standards for research with human subjects.
Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) verbal and written strongly preferred.
Knowledge of advance statistical analysis, interactive data visualization, programming or similar software applications.
Knowledge of use of data mining.
Experience working with and accessing national data sets (e.g., NHANES, WHI, Framingham Heart Study, etc.).
Experience developing valid, reliable composite scoring and screening instruments (e.g., Life’s Simple 7; dietary screeners; etc.).
Experience supervising, mentoring, or managing research staff and providing technical guidance and support to research staff on data management, analysis, and project execution.
Knowledge and understanding of the mission and role of the Land Grant University System, including community‑campus partnership and the Extension system.

Other Requirements

May require limited travel within Texas or to other research sites for study meetings, trainings, or participant visits.
May require flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend hours, to accommodate study participant availability or project deadlines.

What You Need to Know Salary

Salary: Compensation is commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications. Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future. Important Notice Regarding H1-B Sponsorship: Your employment at Texas A&M AgriLife may require nonimmigrant sponsorship. A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M AgriLife will NOT pay this fee. If the fee is imposed on your petition, this offer of employment will be revoked. If actions taken during your employment result in the imposition of this fee, your employment will be terminated. To the extent that this statement conflicts with any applicable System or member Policy, Regulation, or Rule, this statement will control. We recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense regarding potential implications. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Benefits and Leave

Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (AgriLife contributes to premiums)
12–15 annual paid holidays
Up to 8 hours/month sick leave and at least 8 hours/month vacation
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Employee Wellness Initiative
Access to ongoing professional development and training through Aspire, LinkedIn Learning, and internally developed programs

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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