Research Scientist - Neurology - (BRAINS Lab/Urayama Lab) (Finance)
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A Research Scientist position is available at the BRAINS Research Laboratory
Position Summary:
The BRAINS Research Laboratory in the Department of Neurology is looking for a full-time, benefits-eligible Research Scientist to join a dynamic research team focused on the function of the blood-brain barrier in both normal brains as well as models of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer's disease, cerebral amyloid angiopathy, and neurodegenerative lysosomal storage. Current projects are developed around intravital two-photon microscopy imaging of cerebrovasculature in brain aging and neurodegeneration. Future work includes the integration of vascular mechanosensing and neuroimmunology with cytokine/chemokine stimulations in aging and disease progression. This position is an NIH Research grant-funded position. The laboratory is fully equipped with a custom-built two-photon laser-scanning microscope with imaging and stimulation laser lines and primary cell culture equipment.
Applicants should have experience in quantitative optical methods in vivo and in vitro , contemporary molecular/biochemical analyses, neuroimmunology and/or behavioral neuroscience. The position is available immediately. Salary and stipends are commensurable with experience and granting standards in UTHealth. The position is available immediately.
Position Key Accountabilities:
This position is funded by grants that comprise 50% or more of the funding. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding for this position. Your employment may end upon the cancellation or discontinuation of the project, program or funding.
Location: 6431 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas 77030
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary:
Plans, supervises, and directs research, investigation, or other technical operations. Provides technical expertise to facilitate the design, implementation, and analysis of procedures, techniques, and results, which enables investigators to conduct research projects.
Position Key Accountabilities:
Certification/Skills:
None.
Minimum Education:
Doctorate Degree.
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in a related research environment and have verifiable publications within the field of the research project.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code ยง 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
