Assistant Research Scientist

Job Title Assistant Research Scientist Agency Texas A&M University Department School of Engineering Medicine Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Houston, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment 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 corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are The School of Engineering Medicine ( in collaboration with Texas A&M College of Engineering, Texas A&M School of Medicine and the stateu2019s top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital offer an innovative medical school program called ENMED . This program was established to transform healthcare through translational interdisciplinary research, the development of medical technologies, and the development and training of u201c Physicianeers .u201d ENMED delivers a revolutionary blended curriculum with focus on innovation and entrepreneurship where students receive a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Engineering degree in the same four years. What we want The Assistant Research Scientist will focus on conducting studies related to group 1 and group 2 CD1 molecules and T-cell biology, as well as participating in other activities related to the research program at TAMU EnMed. What you need to know Salary: W ill be commensurate based on the selected hireu2019s education and experience . Location: Houston, TX Apply Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume . Required Education and Experience + PhD or MD/PhD degree in immunology, molecular biology, genetics, parasitology, cancer biology, or a related field. + Relevant or closely related professional experience working in a biosafety level 2 lab. Preferred Qualifications + Hands-on direct experience in molecular biology, flow cytometric analyses, cell culture + Solid understanding of fundamental molecular biology and immunology. + Experience in handling mice Responsibilities Research + Conduct research into atypical T cells, focusing on Group 1 CD1 (CD1a, CD1b, and CD1c)-restricted T cells and Group 2 CD1 (CD1d)-restricted natural killer T (NKT) cells. + Leverage cutting-edge tools, including novel Group 1 CD1-transgenic human immune system (HIS) mice, to shed light on the nature and function of these human T-cell subsets in vivo. + Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in the complex world of malaria research. + Work to identify parasite-derived lipid antigens recognized by these T cells. + Utilizes knowledge and skills to advance Group 1 CD1-TG HIS mouse model through enhancement of transduced plasmids encoding human hematopoietic cytokines. + Refine methodologies and construct these essential plasmids to enhance T cell biology discoveries. + Contribute to the pre-clinical development of glycolipid antigen 7DW8-5, identified by the Tsuji Lab for its potent stimulation of CD1d-restricted NKT cells, as an adjuvant for malaria vaccine. Data Analysis + Will conduct various statistical analyses whenever necessary. General Laboratory Operation + Operate all the instrumentation needed for projects and compiling data; make and record observations and measurements. + Coordinate with Principal Investigator to write and present scientific papers, grant proposals, and manuscripts for publication. + Participate in joint projects involving faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and technicians. Meetings + Participate in weekly lab meetings with the center and other departments. + Participate in joint projects involving the laboratory team. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. + 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 institutionu2019s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutionu2019s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Created: 2026-02-06