Job Title

Assistant Research Scientist

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Ibt Center For Translational Cancer Research

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, 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 (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) 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

The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for an Assistant Research Scientist to serve as a member of the Center for Translational Cancer Research team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment to our core values. The Assistant Research Scientist will work in close conjunction with both internal staff and external collaborators to develop and implement automated workflows that fulfill the unique needs of investigator-initiated research projects. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

What you need to know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume .

Job Description Summary:

The Assistant Research Scientist will perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Will perform research studies and analysis in the areas of drug discovery including small molecule chemistry, high-throughput chemical screening, toxicity profiling, and multi-modal data analysis using AI/ML.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate PhD

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Responsibility and organization a must.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with one or more programming languages (Python or R) is required in addition to a high level of proficiency in multiple operating systems (Win11, WSL2, Ubuntu).

• Demonstrated proficiency using professional software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe CC, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ/Fiji, Cell Profiler).

Essential Duties/Tasks:

• Contract Research - Perform biochemical, image-based, and flow-based assays between the TAMU-HTS Facility and investigator initiated/contract research projects. Basic lab skills (pipetting, mammalian cell culture, etc..) and knowledge of lab automation will be required (with some on-the-job training). Management of multiple concurrent projects and multi-investigator teams will similarly be required.

• Internal Infrastructure/Research Projects - Establish physical infrastructure in support of small molecule chemistry efforts in the adjacent TAMU-CRB Chemistry Facility. This will include duties in running in-house synthetic and medicine chemistry projects in the small molecule and peptide therapeutics domain.

• Data Analysis - Scientific evaluation of HTS data using a variety of open-source and in-house workflows developed using a variety of visual programming, coding, and scripting languages. All aspects of data analysis including design and execution of in vitro assays, biostats, routine data monitoring, the development and application of AI/ML analytical workflows to support drug discovery and precision medicine applications, and preparation/presentation of completed analysis to collaborators, stake holders and the publication of results in high quality peer reviewed journals.

• Meetings - Weekly lab meetings and scheduled mentoring/progress meetings. Ad hoc meetings to present data to collaborators and stakeholders.

• Writing - Professional writing protocols, manuscripts, and proposals. Maintenance of a lab notebook.

  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. 

• Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.

• Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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