Staff Scientist I at Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Texas Biomed is searching for a motivated Staff Scientist I to join our team. A Staff Scientist I utilizes specialized expertise to provide high level support to research projects.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Design and conduct independent research, prepare grant and contract applications, and submit research results for contract deliverables or publication. Functions as a study director to ensure compliance with standards set forth by the FDA Animal Rule or GLP regulations.

The Role:

· Designs and conducts independent research and/or contract studies

· Under the Direction of the Director of MCCR, prepares research results for publication or contract reports.

· Participates in quality control activities and may function as a study director.

· Prepares and/or contributes to grant and contract applications.

· Maintains records of all tests performed and data to ensure data quality and integrity.

· Perform studies at BSL3 and BSL4 biocontainment.

· Develop reports of results, graphs, charts, tables, etc. of research findings

· Responsible for literature and library searches related to specific projects

· Independently write manuscripts for scientific journals

· Present research findings as needed

· Mentor technical staff, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows on projects, techniques and protocols

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Requires a Doctoral Degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., D.D.S., or equivalent) from an accredited college or university. The required major is biology, chemistry or related life sciences. Requires three or more years of job specific experience in a relevant discipline.

• Experience working at High containment laboratories

• Experience preparing grant and contract applications

• Proficiency in responsibilities relative to project or management tasks

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks with different priorities

• Ability to make independent decisions

• Ability to dissect problems with strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Ability to accurately plan, define, and manage project tasks

• Capable of working with multi-disciplinary teams

Who We Are:

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive pay

• 7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one

• Full insurance benefits

• Holidays, PTO and a paid week off in the last week of December

• We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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