Research Scientist

Research ScientistTexas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment: Psychiatry and Behavioral ScienceProposed Minimum Salary: CommensurateJob Location: Bryan, TexasJob Type: StaffJob DescriptionTexas 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.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.The Research Scientist, under direction, 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.Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.Travel: May travel as required.Responsibilities: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.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.Qualifications:Required Education and Experience:PhD in biomedical or immunological sciences related fieldSix years of related experience in biomedical or immunological sciencesPreferred Qualifications:Expertise working with rodentsExperience in adaptive immunityKnowledge, 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?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 premiums12-15 days of annual paid holidaysUp to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each monthAutomatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of TexasHealth and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release timeProfessional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and moreEducational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employeeLiving Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employeesInstructions 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.