What we are looking for. We are seeking an energetic, well-organized, and research- and administration-focused full-time Research Associate to support Dr. Simone Brioschi's laboratory at the Center for Neuroimmunology and Glia Biology, McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston (Texas).Our laboratory investigates molecular communication between immune cells and brain cells (collectively referred to as neuroimmune communication) during brain development, homeostasis, and disease. Our research relies heavily on mouse models, including multiple Cre recombinase-based genetic systems to selectively target specific cell populations.

We seek candidates holding a B.S. or M.S. degree with a strong passion for biomedical research. The ideal candidate is curious, proactive, eager to learn, woks with mice test subjects and genuinely motivated to contribute to high-impact scientific publications. Under the direct supervision of Dr. Brioschi, the candidate will gain foundational training in central and systemic immunology and develop significant expertise in flow cytometry, imaging techniques, and single-cell RNA-sequencing methodologies. This position provides comprehensive research training applicable to future careers in academia or industry.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.

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, conducts, and directs a wide variety of experiments. Assists with the day-to-day activities for research project(s) and may impact the success of the research project(s).

The Research Associate in Dr. Brioschi's lab will play a key role in:

• Organizing and maintaining mouse colonies

• Managing ordering and restocking of laboratory materials and consumables

• Maintaining and updating IACUC and IBC protocols

• Assisting with wet-lab experiments and data analysis under the supervision of Dr. Brioschi

• Assisting Dr. Brioschi with preparation of manuscripts and grant reports

Position Key Accountabilities:

Collects, evaluates, interprets, and documents research data to accomplish the objectives of a wide variety of scientific experiments and research projects.

Influences project direction and outcomes by identifying opportunities to enhance, terminate, or re-direct research activities.

Evaluates and interprets data and provides results to investigators to support publication.

Maintains quality control checks and a safe environment in compliance with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.

Assists in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers and grant proposals for presentation and publication.

Provides direction and training to lab personnel to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results in compliance with all protocols, guidelines, regulations, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Obtain the necessary certifications and training to perform animal work (required)
• Strong interest in academic research
• Demonstrated responsibility and effective communication skills
• Experience in mouse colony management is a strong selection criterion
• Prior experience with laboratory techniques (preffered)

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field with three (3) years of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Master's degree in a related field with one (1) year of related research experience including experience in a lead research role; or
Doctorate degree.

Minimum Experience:

Years of experience varies based on education level.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents.

Security Sensitive:

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.