Senior Research Scientist

1 week ago


Houston, Texas, United States The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Scientist to join our team at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). As a key member of our research team, you will be responsible for coordinating, supervising, and directing major biomedical research projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and assess the feasibility and significance of research projects, and formulate a project plan or identify a problem to investigate.
  • Design, execute, and interpret the results of complex biomedical and scientific experiments using advanced equipment, techniques, and procedures.
  • Formulate and implement new research techniques to enable projects to be carried out efficiently and ensure successful completion of assigned goals.
  • Stay up-to-date with new biomedical progress and technological advances to upgrade research skills and produce better and faster results.
  • Collaborate and submit research findings for publication to advance the scientific knowledge of others.
  • Assist the principal investigator in obtaining grant funds and other types of financial support.
  • Maintain lab equipment, assist in necessary repairs, and promote a safe laboratory environment.
  • Manage Human Resources activities for direct reports, including recruiting, hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Requirements:

  • Doctorate degree in a relevant field.
  • Four years of experience in a related research environment and verifiable publications within the field of the research project.
  • Working knowledge of one of the following programming languages: Perl, Python, R, or C++.
  • Working knowledge of genetics and molecular biology is a plus.

Working Conditions:

This position may involve work with potentially hazardous chemical, biological, or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.



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