The University of Houston (UH) invites applicants for a non-tenure track Research Scientist position. The purpose of this position is to provide direct support to the NASA's Human Research Program (HRP), specifically, the HRP Space Radiation Element Scientists, Discipline Scientists and Managers. HRP is a key component within the Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate that is instrumental in carrying out NASA's Strategic Plan, by developing and delivering research findings, health ... more details
The University of Houston (UH) invites applicants for a non-tenure track Research Scientist position. The purpose of this position is to provide direct support to the NASA's Human Research Program (HRP), specifically, the HRP Space Radiation Element Scientists, Discipline Scientists and Managers. HRP is a key component within the Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate that is instrumental in carrying out NASA's Strategic Plan, by developing and delivering research findings, health countermeasures, and human systems technologies to support crews on missions to the moon, Mars, or other destinations. The employee will serve as a Space Radiation Element Research Scientist and assist Space Radiation Element Scientists define and manage the research portfolio that addresses Risks and Gaps of the Space Radiation Element in order to optimize health and performance during future exploration space missions. The employee will use their scientific expertise to assist preparing briefs/reports, research solicitations, review grant proposals, monitor funded investigators’ progress and evaluate results and products. The employee will support the SRE with omics, precision health, and advanced bio-systems initiatives which includes identifying, coordinating, comprehending, and publishing results. The employee will also assist the Space Radiation Element in effectively communicating and implementing its overall strategy and goals, integrating research plans and objectives across multiple HRP Elements, ensuring relevancy to spaceflight operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
? Assist the Space Radiation (SR) Element Scientists in preparing, implementing, and managing a program of cross risk integration projects, which include omics, precision health, and advanced biosystems research initiatives for addressing the Risks and Gaps that are part of the HRP.
• Assist the Space Radiation (SR) Element Scientists in science communication by creation of presentations, graphics/graphical abstracts (MS PowerPoint, Biorender, etc.), and SR Element website support.
? Engage internal and external Subject Matter Experts to assist the Space Radiation Element define research requirements and assess operational needs and relevance.
? Provide support to SR Element Discipline Leads in the development and maintenance of space radiation-related evidence base, reports and presentations including preparing and updating the Evidence Reports.
? Assist with facilitating research collaborations within the SR Element and across the other HRP Elements to meet the goals of HRP and the Space Radiation Element; apply a human systems approach and optimize resources.
? Develop an in-depth understanding of all initiatives with HRP and NASA (HRP- and non-HRP funded tasks) that are omics, precision health, and advanced biosystems related.
? Support the Element Managers and Scientists in developing a recommended procurement plan for the research and technology tasks necessary to carry out omics, precision health, and advanced biosystems-centric research.
? Assist with developing research solicitations for NASA Research Announcements (NRAs) and grant proposal reviews received to meet the Space Radiation Element’s/HRP’s defined research strategy and goals.
? Represent the Space Radiation Element at various workshops, education initiatives, summits, review panels, control boards, subject matter expert meetings, etc., as assigned by the SR Element Scientists.
? Provide scientific expertise and input to Space Radiation presentations, Element plans, technical reports and other Element documents, including the Human Research Roadmap, Path to Risk Reduction, Integrated Research Plan, etc.
? Participate in presenting program objectives, project updates and other reporting at meetings and scientific conferences.
? Provide scientific expertise and inputs for omics, precision health and other initiatives which includes identifying, coordinating, comprehending, and publishing results.
? Support development of Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), workshops, reviews, and the annual HRP Investigator’s Workshop (IWS) as well as represent the SR Element in multidisciplinary working groups.
The employee will complete their work onsite at NASA Johnson Space Center.
The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
REQUIRED:
- Ph.D. degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Physics or related fields
- Possess a broad understanding of how space stressor exposure from long-duration exploration missions effects crew health.
DESIRED:
- Coding ability (python, R, etc.)
- Demonstrated subject matter expertise in spaceflight radiation exposure and/or associated spaceflight stressors.
- Prior experience with performing, managing, coordinating and/or directing NASA funded research is preferred.
Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon the selection of the final candidate. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.