Research Scientist II - Pharmacology

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

14d

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. Committed to the discovery of new innovative biomedical and health services knowledge leading to increasingly effective and accessible health care. Assures competence as a fully trained scientist in a specific discipline or area of expertise.

Requirements

Ph. D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and one year of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Software engineering and developing experience 5+ years (C++, Java, Python)
Teaching and training experience 3+ years

Responsibilities

Conduct innovative scientific investigations by developing theories and devising scientific methods and procedures to apply scientific principles, theories, and research in projects related to the mission of UTMB.
Participate in the discovery of new innovative biomedical and health services knowledge leading to increasingly effective and accessible health care for the citizens of Texas.
Manage computational laboratory operations, including staff development and adherence to applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
Establishes research objectives and methodology, designs procedures, conducts research projects, analyzes, and interprets results.
Preparation and publication of manuscripts in peer review journals.
Ensures proper training of Research staff, Pre and Post-Doctoral Fellows.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
Algorithm development and performance optimization
Big data analytics
Data engineering
Statistical analysis
Data visualization
Data mining and machine learning
Network analysis
Ability to manage research projects with minimal supervision
Bioinformatics tools and databases
Writing and presentation skills
Problem solving and creativity