Position DescriptionThis is a 1-year CPRIT funded position. The renewal of contract will be subject to funding availability at the end of the term. North Texas Clinical Pharmacology Cancer Core integrates mass spectrometry multi-omics-based approaches for disease related drug metabolism, drug discovery and biomarker studies. We are searching for a Senior Research Scientist who is highly proficient in molecular biology techniques, including molecular cell culture, induce cell differentiation to different cell disease models from human iPSC cells or progenitor cells.
Major/Essential Functions- Support ongoing proteomics and metabolomics mass spectrometry work and set-up of new cell culture rooms, new cell culture workflows.
- Additional sample preparation for mass spectrometry proteomics and metabolomics such as immunoprecipitation, gel electrophoresis are preferred.
- Coordinate communication among all project team members ensuring compliance with project objectives, regulations and requirements.
- Assist with all aspects of project development, data collection and interpretation
- Monitor all aspects of project execution and compliance
- Attend regular project planning meetings
- Prepare research reports, conference presentations, and other dissemination activities related to center research activities
- Other duties as assigned by Principal Investigator
Preferred Qualifications- Ph.D. or PharmD degree in Chemistry or related field OR Bachelor's or Master's of Science with relevant experience.
- Experienced in writing grant submissions and manuscript publications.
- Previous experience presenting data in a conference setting.
Pay StatementCompensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.
Required QualificationsAcademic degree as defined by the academic unit and as appropriate for the position held. 3 years of demonstrated experience as a researcher. Should have a record of activity which has contributed to the discipline or field of research.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
Visa InformationTTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.
