Postdoctoral Research Fellow - MSB-Ob/Gyn - Fetal Intervention

Fetal Institute Fellowship The Fetal Institute Fellowship provides training for recent medical and doctoral graduates in fetal research, including clinical, translational, and basic science. The program is designed to endow junior physicians and researchers with the skills and experience to become leaders in fetal diagnosis and therapy. The fellowship program will provide a wide range of training suitable for those with clinical and/or research backgrounds. Fellows will be able to tailor their training to suit their needs, whether it be the development of technical skills or strategies to maximize impact to improve the lives of fetuses, mothers, and families. All fellows will learn from our exemplary team of clinical and research faculty members through a structured curriculum, including hands‑on training and independent research. Additionally, fellows will benefit from 6 schools in the UTHealth Houston Campus and the Texas Medical Center broadly. Upon completion of the program, fellows will be well‑positioned to apply for employment in clinical, administrative, or research positions in academic, industry, and/or medical settings. The UTHealth Houston Fetal Intervention Fellowship consists of an initial appointment of 1 year with an expected reappointment for a second year. In exceptional cases, reappointment to a third year may be granted; appointments may not exceed 3 years. Why Choose Our Exceptional Program? Our fellowship program provides a unique experience for trainees. Embedded within one of the world’s largest medical center, Fetal Institute will harness the high clinical volume, interdisciplinary clinical team, biorepository – accelerating the pace to explore and understand fetal diseases and discover novel therapies to improving the lives of fetuses and impact on the families. We seek to develop leaders equipped to innovate at the intersection of fetal biology and interdisciplinary collaborations. A hands‑on curriculum throughout, complemented by faculty‑guided research, defines the Fetal Institute Fellowship Program. What We Do Here Changes the World. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Once You Join Us You Won’t Want to Leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full‑time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We Take Care of Our Employees! As a world‑renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as: Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early‑career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise. Position Key Accountabilities Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results. Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees. Reads and evaluates literature. Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels. Have strong written and oral communication skills. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education Doctoral/Terminal Degree Physical Requirements Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215. Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston