Role OverviewJoin a multidisciplinary research team at Texas Biomedical Research Institute working at the intersection of metabolomics, lipidomics, immunology, and bacteriology. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative research focused on identifying bioactive metabolites, lipids, and natural products and translating these discoveries into potential therapeutic candidates for infectious diseases and cancer.
What You Will Do
Support multidisciplinary projects focusing on metabolomics and lipidomics or infection and cancer immunology. Develop, optimize, and improve assay procedures to address research needs. Design and coordinate research activities and experiments.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Successful candidates will play an important role in supporting research projects and advancing discoveries in biomedical science. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative research team.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in chemical biology, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, or a related field
- at least two years of relevant experience
- Bachelor’s degree with at least four years of relevant experience
- familiarity with laboratory research techniques and scientific data collection and analysis
- strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative research team
- strong attention to detail and commitment to research accuracy and scientific excellence
- ability to communicate research findings clearly, both verbally and in writing
- ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines
- commitment to laboratory safety, ethical research practices, biosafety requirements, or animal protocol compliance
Benefits
- comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- pet insurance options
- competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one
- generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and paid Winter Recess
- paid parental leave
- volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
- on-site medical clinic and wellness programs
- on-site fitness center
- relaxed dress code
- professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities
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