Research Scientist III - Center for Addiction Research- Translational Biologist

Research Scientist III - Center for Addiction Research- Translational Biologist

Galveston, Texas, United States

Job Summary:

Experienced, highly motivated Translational Biologist to drive psychopharmacological innovations that will be commercialized and improve mental healthcare. The position will lead research efforts for novel compounds through lead optimization and IND-enabling studies. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of drug discovery, and a track record of excellence in comparable environments. This position bridges academia and private companies, creating a unique position that integrates science into the shared goals of all stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires terminal degree (Ph.D.) demonstrated success in the field or master's degree and a minimum of two additional years of relevant experience, such as lead scientist; demonstrated knowledge of the drug discovery and development processes; knowledge of documentation in a research environment; experience with creating manuscripts and presenting data in a collaborative team environment; advanced organizational and project management skills.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide expert assistance in the design and execution of all translational studies to evaluate candidate molecules
• Drive project progress forward by ensuring that all experiments are completed and reported in a timely manner
• Be responsible for translational model design, use, and data interpretation
• Maintain all cellular models and assist in pharmacological, biochemical and bioresponsive assays in vitro and eventually behavioral assays
• Maintain equipment necessary for the completion of these studies
• Research existing literature to formulate new strategies to fully interrogate these candidate medications/molecules
• Document experiments and results in laboratory notebooks
• Communicate results in both written and oral reports
• Draft manuscripts and present scientific results at meetings
• Maintain a safe and productive laboratory environment
• Work on several different projects of varying lengths and complexity

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds a Ph.D. degree in translational biology, pharmacology or related
• Has four years of translational biology lab or related relevant experience
• Has a strong knowledge of cell culture, including cell isolation, establishing primary cultures as well as maintaining and working with immortal cell lines
• Has excellent written, organizational and documentation skills
• Has demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
• Experience in working as part of a multidisciplinary team highly desirable
• Previous neuroscience research experience is an asset

SALARY:

Commensurate with Experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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