Research Scientist I, Pathology Research

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston seeks a Research Scientist to conduct innovative biomedical investigations. You will develop theories, design studies, analyze data, and contribute to mission-driven projects.

You will publish findings, present at meetings, and may supervise lab staff and postdoctoral fellows. A PhD, MD, DO, or DVM in a related field is required with no experience necessary.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., D.O., or D.V.M in related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop theories and devise scientific methods to apply principles and research in UTMB projects.
• Establish research objectives, design procedures, conduct research, analyze results, publish and present findings, and supervise staff.

Education

Ph.D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field

Job description

• Ph. D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and no experience required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph. D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and no experience required.

Job Description

Conducts innovative scientific investigation by developing theories and devising scientific methods and procedures to apply scientific principles, theories and research in projects related to the mission of UTMB. Committed to the discovery of new innovative biomedical and health services knowledge leading to increasingly effective and accessible health care. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques and procedures while using judgment when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques.

Essential Job Functions

Research Scientists conduct innovative scientific investigations by developing theories and devising scientific methods and procedures to apply scientific principles, theories and research in projects related to the mission of UTMB. The Research Scientist will establish research objectives and methodology, design procedure, conduct research projects, analyze and interpret results, will publish and present research as author and co-author as well as lead or train Classified Research staff and Post Doctoral Fellows. In addition, supervises work of lab staff, oversees execution of assigned tasks. The successful candidate would be expected to perform experiments independently, organize data, draft manuscript, and present research findings in meetings and/or conferences.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

1048 - Medical Research Bldg

Job

Research Academic & ClinicalRegular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Oct 6, 2026, 3:45:45 PM