We are hiring immediately for a Senior Research Engineer (full-time) to join the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Houston, Tx. This position supports the Texas Firefighter Cancer Study. In this position, you will conduct lab and field experiments, manage data collection and analysis, and ensure reliable study results.
The ideal candidate should have prior experience in applied engineering, time management, and planning. Experience using GC-MS/MS to support laboratory method development, optimization, and troubleshooting is highly preferred. What we do here changes the world.
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Performs advanced engineering functions related to independent research projects and collaborates with multidisciplinary researchers in science or engineering. Designs, coordinates, and conducts research laboratory experiments, develops and implements new methodologies, and provides technical expertise for laboratory operations and field-based research activities. Experience using GC-MS/MS to support laboratory method development, optimization, and troubleshooting is required.
Position Key Accountabilities: Conceptualize, design, build, program, and test experimental systems and research tools. Provide technical engineering expertise in laboratory experiments, field data collection, and analysis. Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods using GC-MS/MS to support research objectives.
Set up, modify, and maintain laboratory experiments and instrumentation. Coordinate laboratory utilization and equipment sharing among researchers. Research, evaluate, and recommend laboratory equipment and supplies.
Assist with instrumentation development and integration of new technologies. Develop and maintain research database quality controls and coordinate data management implementation. Modify computer software, fabricate adapters and mounts, and use power tools as needed.
Work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Certification/Skills: Ability to undertake complex research projects.
Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of GC-MS/MS instrumentation and analytical method development. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Proficiency with laboratory equipment and scientific software. Minimum
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer and Information Science or other applied sciences required Master's Degree in Engineering, Computer and Information Science or other applied sciences preferred Minimum
4 years of experience in applied research experience or related field required May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement. Physical
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. 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.
Day shift