Research Scientist

About the role

The Health Disparities Research Department aims to reduce and ultimately eliminate disparities in cancer incidence, morbidity and mortality and cancer-related behavior through research and education addressing the determinants of disparities as well as interventions and policies designed to eliminate disparities. The primary purpose of the Research Scientist position is to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, carry out and evaluate specific research projects conducted Health Disparities Research, including behavioral intervention studies that aim to improve the quality of life among Chinese American cancer survivors. Ensures successful project planning, implementation, and closure. Provides input to cancer research efforts throughout the institution. Responsible for specific activities related to cancer prevention and control and health accessty projects and for completion of other tasks and activities as assigned by principal investigator.

Responsibilities

• Research Project Management
  • Plan, organize, coordinate, and participate in scientific research projects for the Center for Energy Balance in Cancer Prevention and Survivorship
  • Determine research goals and objectives and evaluate outcomes against expectations
  • Develop and revise research techniques or approaches to address complex problems
  • Assist investigators in developing and refining research ideas related to energy balance, cancer survivorship, cancer prevention, and health disparities
  • Identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration and scientific partnerships internally and externally
  • Ensure successful project planning, implementation, and closure
  • Contribute to broader institutional cancer research initiatives
  • Support cancer prevention, control, and health-related projects as assigned by the principal investigator
• Data Analyses and Reporting
  • Independently design and initiate scientific research projects
  • Perform or oversee data management and analysis procedures
  • Analyze existing datasets to generate insights and findings
  • Design and optimize databases using user-centered design principles
  • Prepare and present research findings to professional groups
  • Develop scientific documents and manuscripts for publication
  • Collaborate with external partners to disseminate research findings within communities
  • Track progress and manage submission of project reports and deliverables
• Grant Management
  • Contribute to grant applications related to energy balance research
  • Prepare administrative sections of grant proposals for investigators
  • Support scientific writing, research design, and analysis for grant submissions
• Other Duties
  • Perform additional tasks and activities as assigned by the principal investigator

Qualifications

Education: Required: Master's Degree in Natural sciences or related field. Preferred: PhD in Natural sciences or Medical Degree.

Work Experience: Required: Four years experimental or scientific work, or two years experimental or scientific work with medical degree, or no experience required with PhD. Preferred: Prior experience with grant writing and implementing studies.

Skills

• PhD in a natural or social science or a related field preferred
• Experience in scientific or experimental research
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing and study implementation
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within team-based and multidisciplinary environments

Pay

Minimum $32.93 - Midpoint $41.11 - Maximum $49.28 per hour (Minimum $68,500 - Midpoint $85,500 - Maximum $102,500 annually).

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with at least one on-site day per week and additional on-site time based on business needs. Work Location: Texas Medical Center.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
• Voluntary retirement plans
• Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs
• Relocation assistance available