The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for an Assistant Research Scientist to serve as a member of the Center for Translational Cancer Research team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment to our core values. The Assistant Research Scientist will work in close conjunction with both internal staff and external collaborators to develop and implement automated workflows that fulfill the unique needs of investigator-initiated research projects. This person must be ... more details
Job Title
Assistant Research Scientist
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Ibt Center For Translational Cancer Research
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Houston, 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, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center 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 Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for an Assistant Research Scientist to serve as a member of the Center for Translational Cancer Research team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment to our core values. The Assistant Research Scientist will work in close conjunction with both internal staff and external collaborators to develop and implement automated workflows that fulfill the unique needs of investigator-initiated research projects. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.
Job Description Summary:
The Assistant Research Scientist will perform independent or supervisory roles in research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge in a field of science or learning, are predominantly intellectual and varied in character, and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Will perform research studies and analysis in the areas of drug discovery including small molecule chemistry, high-throughput chemical screening, toxicity profiling, and multi-modal data analysis using AI/ML.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with one or more programming languages (Python or R) is required in addition to a high level of proficiency in multiple operating systems (Win11, WSL2, Ubuntu).
Demonstrated proficiency using professional software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe CC, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ/Fiji, Cell Profiler).
Essential Duties/Tasks:
Contract Research - Perform biochemical, image-based, and flow-based assays between the TAMU-HTS Facility and investigator initiated/contract research projects. Basic lab skills (pipetting, mammalian cell culture, etc..) and knowledge of lab automation will be required (with some on-the-job training). Management of multiple concurrent projects and multi-investigator teams will similarly be required.
Data Analysis - Scientific evaluation of HTS data using a variety of open-source and in-house workflows developed using a variety of visual programming, coding, and scripting languages. All aspects of data analysis including design and execution of in vitro assays, biostats, routine data monitoring, the development and application of AI/ML analytical workflows to support drug discovery and precision medicine applications, and preparation/presentation of completed analysis to collaborators, stake holders and the publication of results in high quality peer reviewed journals.
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.?
Health, dental, vision, life 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.
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.
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 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
