Assistant Research Scientist

Assistant Research Scientist Texas A&M University - 4.3 College Station, TX Job Details Full-time 3 days ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time

Qualifications Doctor of Philosophy Full Job Description Job Title Assistant Research Scientist Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, 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 Assistant Research Scientist is responsible for the studies of immunotherapy for various diseases. Compiles and prepares data for publication and presentation at scientific meetings.

What you need to know:

Salary:

W ill be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience .

Location:

College Station, TX Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume .

Required education and experience:

Appropriate PhD and relevant professional research experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Experience with bacterial pathogens.

Responsibilities:

Conducts independent research that applies molecular biological principles to elucidate biological mechanisms and/or discover novel interventions for treating human or animal disease, especially infectious diseases. Experiments will exploit microbiologic and immunologic approaches. Analyzes data, prepares statistical analyses, and summarizes data for use in submission to journals and other scientific publications or grant applications. Performs computer data entry and analysis using statistical software. Writes, submits and publishes manuscripts in high impact journals as well as presenting research findings at national and international scientific meetings. Mentors trainees in the laboratory, ensure proper research compliance and Biosafety practices are followed. Trains other research support staff and provides oversight for the management of laboratory functions such as safety issues, inventory, ordering supplies and equipment, and general lab cleanup as appropriate. 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. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.