Postdoctoral Research Fellow-CTCR- Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine

Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Center for Translational Cancer Research

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), 1825 Pressler St, Houston, Texas 77030.

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in proteomics at the Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine. The laboratory focuses on mass spectrometry‑based proteomics and other molecular techniques to study cancer, neurodegeneration, and related diseases.

• Design, conduct, and optimize experiments, including LC–MS/MS and related molecular analyses.
• Process, analyze, and interpret complex proteomics datasets.
• Develop innovative proteomic approaches and AI‑driven systems biology strategies to advance research programs.
• Write manuscripts, technical protocols, and grant materials.
• Train and mentor graduate students and other laboratory personnel.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers and contribute to new scientific directions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline is required.
• Strong background in proteomics with hands‑on experience in HPLC and mass spectrometry.
• Experience in cell culture, cell treatments, and laboratory‑based assays, including protein and cell‑based techniques.
• Additional experience in metabolomics, bioinformatics, functional genomics, or molecular biology is highly desirable.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration at all levels.
• Ability to work independently within a mentored, multidisciplinary environment.

• 100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees.
• Generous time off: holidays, a preventative leave day, and approximately 37–38 days of vacation and sick time per year.
• Additional vacation days accrue with length of service.
• Retirement and pension plan.
• Free financial and legal counseling.
• Free mental health counseling services.
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
• Employee discounts for entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, and more.
• Resources for child and elder care.

This position is security‑sensitive under Texas Education Code 51.215 and related statutes. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. The role requires compliance with Texas Government Code provisions related to critical infrastructure and security integrity.

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.