Research Scientist II, Basic Science and Translational Research

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This position will assist with the performance of specific tasks in the Basic and Translational Research Division laboratory of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The candidate will be involved in research projects related to pregnancy complications, including preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, and will focus on both human and mouse models that have previously been developed in the Principal Investigator's lab. Importantly, the Research Scientist will focus on the role of mitochondria in the induction of proteinopathy and preeclampsia pathology. This position will assist with the performance of specific tasks in the Basic and Translational Research Division laboratory of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The candidate will be involved in research projects related to pregnancy complications, including preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, and will focus on both human and mouse models that have previously been developed in the Principal Investigator's lab. Importantly, the Research Scientist will focus on the role of mitochondria in the induction of proteinopathy and preeclampsia pathology. The candidate will have a plethora of opportunities to learn new techniques and bioinformatics tools required to stratify proteomics and RNA seq data. The candidate will be involved in the Principal Investigator’s collaborative projects with other investigators in the Division of Basic and Translational Research and in other departments at UTMB, particularly to study Alzheimer’s etiology in preeclampsia and gestational diabetes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

PhD degree with a minimum of 4 years post doctoral training in relevant areas (organ on chip, cell biology and molecular biology) and at least 1 year of related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. with extensive post-doctoral experience and a few years of experience as a research scientist. The candidate should have strong publication records in the relevant areas. Knowledge in drug discovery, testing and validation are also preferred.

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 1062 - Medical Research Bldg Job Research Academic & ClinicalRegular Shift Standard Employee Status Manager Job Level Day Shift Job Posting Jul 28, 2026, 3:18:47 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Medical Branch