Research Scientist

Texas A&M University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation days

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Research Scientist in Houston to lead independent research in neuroimmunology, focusing on neuroimmune inflammatory pain and itch mechanisms. The role emphasizes in vivo experiments, behavioral testing, and transgenic colony management within a collaborative lab environment.

The position supports daily lab operations, data analysis, and publication contributions, with grant-funded status and potential for continued employment contingent on funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field required.
• Six years of related experience in Immunology, neuroscience or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research Colony Management: Manage and maintain multiple transgenic mouse lines, including routine genotyping.
• In Vivo Models & Behavior: Assist in executing preclinical mouse models, including multiple behavioral assays.
• Benchwork: Conduct standard molecular and cellular laboratory techniques, including immunochemistry and tissue processing.
• Data Analysis: Record experimental data meticulously and perform preliminary statistical significance testing on biological datasets.
• Laboratory Operations: Maintain laboratory inventory, ensure proper functioning of pain testing equipment, and strictly uphold safety mitigations and compliance standards.
• 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.
• Presentations: Assist in preparing presentation materials on research topics such as seminars, lab meetings, or poster presentations. Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Skills

Immunology

Neuroscience

Independent research

Laboratory operations

Education

PhD in a related field

Tools

Flow Cytometry

Behavioral assays

Tissue sectioning

Immunochemistry

Job description

Research Scientist Agency Texas A&M University Department School of Engineering Medicine Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Houston, Texas Job Type Staff

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.

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.

The Research Scientist, under direction by Dustin Green, is responsible for conducting complex independent research in the field of Neuroimmunology. This position supports research focused on unraveling neuroimmune inflammatory pain and itch mechanisms. The Research Scientist will play a critical role in driving daily laboratory operations, with a primary emphasis on in vivo experimental support, behavioral testing, and comprehensive transgenic colony management. 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. Oversee the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.

What you need to know Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Responsibilities

• Research Colony Management: Manage and maintain multiple transgenic mouse lines, including routine genotyping.
• In Vivo Models & Behavior: Assist in executing preclinical mouse models, including multiple behavioral assays.
• Benchwork: Conduct standard molecular and cellular laboratory techniques, including immunochemistry and tissue processing.
• Data Analysis: Record experimental data meticulously and perform preliminary statistical significance testing on biological datasets.
• Laboratory Operations: Maintain laboratory inventory, ensure proper functioning of pain testing equipment, and strictly uphold safety mitigations and compliance standards. Assist 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.
• Presentations: Assist in preparing presentation materials on research topics such as seminars, lab meetings, or poster presentations. Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Qualifications

Required

• PhD in a related field.
• Six years of related experience in Immunology, neuroscience or related field.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Flow Cytometry, behavioral assays, tissue sectioning, or immunochemistry.
• Prior hands-on experience with rodent handling, breeding, and colony management.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Analytical skills, including use of statistical software (Prism or R).
• 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.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.

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/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.

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