Research Scientist

Overview

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The primary purpose of the Research Scientist position is to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, supervise and carry out research projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience with image analysis, live cell and super‑resolution microscopy.

• Research Design and implementation – Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs and participates in scientific research projects.
• Reviews Research Results – Assigns and reviews work of subordinates, determines specific goals or objectives to be attained, evaluates resulting research data and revises techniques or approaches to work problems.
• Maintains Equipment – Supervises the design, development or adapting of equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Plans and supervises the training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, the use of laboratory equipment and safety procedures.
• Writes Reports – Compiles, writes and submits reports to superior.
• Data Analysis – Analyzes and evaluates research data and revises techniques and approaches to work problems. Works with the Principal Investigator on projects in the area of glioma stem cells (GSCs) in malignant glioma (glioblastoma). Participates in adopting new techniques and learning new skills to enhance research efforts.

• Education –
  
  Required:
  
  Master's Degree in Natural sciences or related field. Preferred:
  PhD in Natural sciences or Medical Degree.
• Work Experience –
  
  Required:
  
  Four years experimental or scientific work, or two years experimental or scientific work with a medical degree, or no experience required with a PhD. Preferred:
  Must have experience with image analysis, live cell and super‑resolution microscopy.

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Teachers Retirement System defined‑benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness‑related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Full‑Time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 102,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type:
  Hard
• Work Location:
  
  Onsite
• Pivotal Position:
  Yes
• Referral Bonus Available:
  Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available:
  Yes
• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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