Job Title
Assistant Research Scientist- IMIL
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Medical Physiology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
The Integrated Microscopy and Imaging Lab (IMIL) is a core facility at the Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine, Texas A&M University.
What we want
The Assistant Research Scientist will utilize techniques and strategies developed through their education and experience to support facility users in meeting the imaging requirements of their research projects. In addition to contributing to facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), the Assistant Research Scientist will provide image science expertise to support grant writing, research manuscripts, and other publications for the facility’s user group. This role is responsible for the daily management of the Integrated Microscopy and Imaging Lab (IMIL) operations, supervision of undergraduate student workers, development and implementation of microscopy-based imaging strategies tailored to user needs, especially for investigators with limited imaging experience, and oversight of instrument use.
What you need to know
Salary: W ill be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience .
Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time; May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Three years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
Experience in optical microscopy, confocal microscopy, slide scanner, multiphoton in vivo experiments, TIRF, spinning disk confocal, and atomic force microscopy.
Knowledge in designing imaging experiments for various samples, cell lines and tissues, tissue clearing, etc .
Previous experience with image data analysis using Imaris, QuPath, ImageJ/Fiji software packages, writing macros, etc.
Knowledge of working with rodents
Responsibilities
Research
Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.
Helps organize worksite and determine what supplies are necessary to continue research in an effective manner.
Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
Assists with grant acquisition.
Demonstrated expertise in high-end imaging techniques, including but not limited to confocal and multi-photon microscopy, etc.
Demonstrated expertise in developing microscopy imaging protocols needed to accomplish experimental research goals.
Equipment Management & Record Keeping
Manage and operate microscope systems and computers.
Learn how to operate new instruments.
Write SOPs for use of the instruments.
Provide project-specific problem-solving and ongoing support for imaging experiments and data analysis.
Maintain website and digital portals, including iLabs site.
Manage user schedules in ILabs.
Maintain training and usage records for billing purposes and rate studies.
Oversee day-to-day operations and perform day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the facility.
Mentoring
Presentations
Prepare presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
