Research Scientist

Job Title Research Scientist Agency Texas  A&M University Health Science Center Department Biomedical  Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job  Location Dallas, Texas Job Type Staff Job  Description Our Commitment  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. 

What we want The College of Dentistry is looking for a Research Scientist to serve in the Biomedical Sciences department. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine.

If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team. What you need to know Proposed Salary:
Commensurate based on selected candidates qualifications

Work Schedule/

Location:

Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm. Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.  These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume. Qualifications Required

Education and Experience:

Appropriate Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Pharmacology, or related scientific discipline

Six years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD or M.DNeuroscience lab experience

Traumatic brain injury models

Post traumatic epilepsy models

Seizure models

Work experience in vitro models

Experience in data collection, analysis

Grant writing experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to plan and organize effectively2-photon calcium imaging

Advanced microscopy and microscopic analysis

Neurobehavioral testing and analysis

Survival stereotaxic surgery

Supervisory Experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to present scientific data clearly to varied audiences

Analytical thinking and attention to detail

Ability to work independently, multitask and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities Experiments Designs , performs, and analyzes experiments consistent with project objectives.

Conducts independent research aligned with the TAMUS member’s mission.

Develops procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy of data collection and analyses.

Data collection and analysis

Keeps detailed records of procedures and data.

Identifies, assimilates, and synthesizes data needed for computer models and manages databases relating to statistical and related software.

Maintains expertise with the latest hardware and software technologies for statistical and numerical data analyses.

Manuscript and Grant Preparation Prepares data for publication and presentation.

Writes grants and proposals to acquire external funding.

Keeps…