Research Scientist

## Research ScientistApplylocations: Bryan, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-095502**Job Title**Research Scientist**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Psychiatry and Behavioral Science**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Bryan, 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 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, Texas A&M Health 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 **Research Scientist** is responsible for conducting complex independent research into their field of expertise. The Research Scientist will utilize techniques and strategies taught to them by their education and experiences to work towards solving the question presented by their research project. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Oversees the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.**What you need to know****Salary:** Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.**Location/Salary:** Bryan, TX/ Full-Time**We encourage you to apply!** To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please submit a cover letter and CV/resume. You can upload both documents in the CV/Resume section of the application.**Responsibilities****Research*** Will be responsible for conducting complex independent research into their field of expertise.* Utilizes advanced knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise.* Oversees the preparation and cleaning of worksite.* Organizes worksite and determines what supplies are necessary to continue research in an effective manner.* Analyzes research data and summarizes results.* Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.* Assists with grant acquisition.**Mentoring/Supervision*** May assist student researchers, Postdoctoral Research Associates, Assistant Research Scientists, and/or Associate Research Scientists who are working on research related to the project.* May supervise assigned staff and/or students.**Presentations*** Prepares presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups.* Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.**Administrative*** Assist director with administrative functions to help with existing and developing programs research, educational, or clinical for the department.**Required Education and Experience*** PhD in behavioral neuroscience or closely related.* Six years of related experience in neuroscientific research.**Preferred Qualifications*** At least 15 years experience in human and animal trials for neuropsychological research.* Experience with Huron, IRB, and other Texas A&M research systems.* Experience in grant acquisition.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Excellent verbal and written skills.* Presentation skills.* Analytical skills.* Attention to detail.* Must be able to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative team.* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.**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.* Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees**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 prepopulate 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr