Sr. Research Scientist, Center Host Genetics

UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX
Category Research
Job Description
UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Sr. Research Scientist to lead translational research on metabolic disease and therapeutic target discovery. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in metabolic disease research, signaling biology, molecular biology, and mouse models.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. with substantial postdoctoral or equivalent research experience in metabolism, endocrinology, cell signaling, or related biomedical fields
  • Strong background in molecular biology, mammalian cell culture, assay development, CRISPR-based genome editing, screening approaches, and mouse studies in metabolic disease
  • Experience in translational research and target validation is preferred; experience in GPCR biology is a plus

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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