Research Scientist - Otorhinolaryngology, H&N Surgery

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist (PhD or MD) to join a growing translational research program focused on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and airway-related pathophysiology. The lab integrates animal models, neuroscience, and immunologic approaches to study mechanisms of sleep-disordered breathing and tissue remodeling.

This position offers the opportunity to work on novel animal models, including innovative platforms to study airway injury and repair, with strong potential for high-impact publications and career development.

As needed, may serve as backup in contacting clinical study participants.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Generate animal models; design and conduct animal experiments.
• Conduct molecular and cellular assays including PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, flow cytometry, and cell culture
• Participate in experimental design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation
• Contribute to ongoing translational and collaborative projects across disciplines (basic neuroscience, ENT, Neurology, Pulmonary Medicine)
• Conducts executes and assists in interpreting the results of complex scientific experiments using advanced equipment, complex technique methods, and procedures.
• Evaluates and interprets data analysis to support publications. Prepares results: for publication, presentation at meetings, or direct communication with faculty members.
• Determines project feasibility in terms of staff, time, and resources.
• Plans and performs quantitative and qualitative research procedures in various scientific areas. Identifies ideas for new research projects by partnering with key stakeholders. Formulates a project and implements experiments to execute the research project.
• Assists the principal investigator in writing and submitting grant applications.
• Stays abreast of new research progress and technological advances to upgrade research skills and produce accurate results. Researches literature for new progress and technological advances to upgrade research skills.
• Maintains lab equipment, assists in necessary repairs, and promotes a safe laboratory environment. Ensures direct reports follow safety procedures and attend basic safety training courses.
• As a senior member of the lab, may lead lab meetings and mentor junior lab members, including staff, students, and postdocs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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!

• 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!

Coordinates, oversees, and directs research or other technical operations. Provides technical expertise to facilitate research design, conducting, and reporting.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Conducts executes and assists in interpreting the results of complex scientific experiments using advanced equipment, complex technique methods, and procedures.
• Evaluates and interprets data analysis to support publications. Prepares results: for publication, presentation at meetings, or direct communication with faculty members.
• Determines project feasibility in terms of staff, time, and resources.
• Plans and performs quantitative and qualitative research procedures in various scientific areas. Identifies ideas for new research projects by partnering with key stakeholders. Formulates a project and implements experiments to execute the research project.
• Assists the principal investigator in writing and submitting grant applications.
• Stays abreast of new research progress and technological advances to upgrade research skills and produce accurate results. Researches literature for new progress and technological advances to upgrade research skills.
• Maintains lab equipment, assists in necessary repairs, and promotes a safe laboratory environment. Ensures direct reports follow safety procedures and attend basic safety training courses.
• As a senior member of the lab, may lead lab meetings and mentor junior lab members, including staff, students, and postdocs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• None

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