Research Scientist I, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

UTMB Health•Galveston, TX

About The Position

Conducts innovative scientific investigation by developing theories and devising scientific methods and procedures to apply scientific principles, theories, and research in projects related to the mission of UTMB. The role contributes to discovering biomedical and health services knowledge intended to support increasingly effective and accessible health care. The Research Scientist evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques and procedures, using judgment to adapt methods when necessary. The position establishes research objectives and methodology, designs procedures requiring highly developed technical skill, conducts projects, and analyzes and interprets data. It defines problems and possible solutions, communicates project results to the principal investigator, and supervises or provides technical direction to research staff. The role may lead or train classified research staff and postdoctoral fellows; submit training grants with a faculty mentor, or equipment, renovation, and facility/core enhancement grants as PI; and publish or present research as author or co-author. It also reviews scientific literature, identifies appropriate departmental internal controls, and designs, develops, and maintains equipment used in experiments or research. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Ph.D., M.D., D.O., or D.V.M. in a related field.
No experience required.
Knowledge in the relevant scientific discipline with increasing professional achievement.
Specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular subject area, which may allow for project-specific lead responsibilities.
Data analysis skills.
Technical and problem-solving skills.
Communication skills.

Responsibilities

Establish research objectives and methodology and design procedures requiring highly developed technical skill.
Conduct research projects and analyze and interpret data.
Define problems and possible solutions as dictated by the research project.
Compile, write, and effectively communicate project results to the principal investigator.
Supervise and provide technical direction to research staff and oversee execution of assigned tasks.
May submit training grants as PI, provided they have a faculty mentor.
May publish and present research as author or co-author.
May lead or train classified research staff and postdoctoral fellows.
Design, develop, and maintain equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
May submit equipment, renovation, or other facility/core enhancement grants as PI.
Review scientific literature.
Identify appropriate internal controls for the department.
Perform other duties as assigned.