Research Scientist I, Internal Medicine-Nephrology
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph.D, M.D, D.O., or D.V.M in related field and no experience required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
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. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques and procedures while using judgment when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques and procedures while using judgment when necessary to adapt standard methods and techniques.
- Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects.
- Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, provides analysis of results.
- Confers with lab staff regarding results obtained and receives suggestions for modification to procedures and interpretation of final data.
- Presents research and journal articles in weekly scheduled meetings.
- Independently performs literature searches as outlined by the Principal Investigator.
- May provide guidance to junior research staff.
- Performs related duties as required.
SKILLS:
- Animal Models
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Cell Culture
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
