Senior Research Scientist, Internal Medicine-Nephrology

Job Description: To support the research initiatives of the University.Job Duties:Evaluates, selects and applies standard scientific techniques and procedures while using judgment when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques. Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.Presents research and journal articles in weekly scheduled meetings.Presents abstracts or oral presentations at campus events and external conference opportunities.Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.Guides junior research staff in experimental methodologies.May submit training grants as PI.Performs related duties as required.Required Skills:Animal models Cell cultureMolecular biology techniquesMinimum Qualifications:PhD, MD or DO in biological sciences, chemistry or related field.Preferred Qualifications:PhD degree and 3 - 5 years of related experienceSalary Range: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. Compensation