Career Opportunities
TEXAS THERAPEUTICS INSTITUTE
Postdoctoral Position
Postdoctoral positions are available to study cancer drug targets using monoclonal antibodies as tools in the newly founded Texas Therapeutic Institute, UTHealth Science Center at Houston. You will join a team of more than 10 scientists in a state-of-the–art-laboratory conducting translational research on cancer target validation and drug discovery. The candidates should hold a Ph.D. in biological sciences and related disciplines. Research experience in molecular cloning and protein engineering are preferred. To apply, send a letter of interest, a brief summary of research experience, and a complete CV to Dr. Zhiqiang An at zhiqiang.an@uth.tmc.edu. Trainees will have the opportunity to gain expertise in monoclonal antibody engineering and biologics drug discovery.
Zhiqiang An, Ph.D.
Professor
Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
University of
1825 Pressler St., Suite 430A
Houston
zhiqiang.an@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
CENTRE FOR STEM CELL RESEARCH
Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular Biology, Stem Cells and Cancer
A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Dr. Nami McCarty lab at The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases (University of Texas-Health Science Center) to study the role of signaling pathways in stem cells of lymphoma. Experimental models focus on molecular interactions of genes in knock-out and transgenic mice in the context of stem cells and development of B cell lymphoma.
Requirements:
Highly motivated PhD, MD/PhD or MD with a solid background in molecular and cell biology. Expertise in the analysis of mouse model systems, strong molecular biology and immunological techniques such as FACS, molecular cloning, PCR immunohistochemistry etc. is a must.
The McCarty lab is part of a vibrant stem cell community, the Centre for Stem Cell Research at the Institute of Molecular Medicine (IMM) at UT Medical Center in Houston. Interested applicants should send a cover letter explaining relevant work experience, a CV and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references by e-mail to: nami.mccarty@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
CENTRE FOR STEM CELL RESEARCH
Postdoctoral Fellow
The Centre for Stem Cell Research housed in the IMM; a-state-of-the-art facility in the heart of the Texas Medical Center; is seeking a post doctoral fellow with well documented experience in basic hematology research.
To be successful in this position you will have extensive and well documented experience in the isolation, flow cytometric and in vitro clonogenic analysis of human hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells. Applicants without expertise in these techniques will not be considered for this position. Experience in the use of mouse xenotransplant models to analyse engraftment of human stem/progenitor cells is highly desirable.
You will have the ability and drive to take ownership of the project and will provide updates to the principal investigator on research progress. You are required to present your data in Centre and group meetings and assist post graduate students in their research.
The position requires a PhD in cell biology and at least 2 years post doctoral experience in the field of hematology research and is available for immediate start.
Prospective candidates should send their CV to:
Dr. Paul J. Simmons, Professor and Director, Centre for Stem Cell Research
C/O: Dr. Jeannie Ann Javni, Research Manager, Centre for Stem Cell Research
The University of Texas Health Science Center
The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
for the Prevention of Human Diseases
1825 Pressler Street, Houston, TX 77030
For questions pertaining to this position please call:
Dr. Jeannie Ann Javni, Research Manager, Centre for Stem Cell Research
(713) 500-3428 or by email to:
Email: Jeannie.A.Javni@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
CENTRE FOR STEM CELL RESEARCH
The newly established Centre for Stem Cell Research (CSCR) invites applications for Faculty, Postdoctoral and Graduate Student positions. Faculty recruits will be expected to develop a competitive research program focused on fundamental stem cell biology and/or clinical translation of stem cell research.
The CSCR is housed in The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases (IMM). The IMM is located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world which provides an outstanding environment for research and clinical/translational studies.
Current research focuses of the CSCR include:
Applications in all areas of stem cell research are encouraged.
The Centre for Stem Cell Research has access to outstanding core facilities including flow cytometry, microscopy, ES cell culture, proteomics and a state-of-the-art barrier vivarium.
Prospective candidates should send their CV to:
Dr. Paul J. Simmons, Professor and Director, Centre for Stem Cell Research
C/O: Dr. Jeannie Ann Javni, Research Manager, Centre for Stem Cell Research
Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
1825 Pressler Street, Houston, TX 77030
For more information on this position, please visit our Human Resources website.
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
CENTER FOR CARDIOVASCULAR GENETICS
Cardiovascular Genetics Faculty
The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases (IMM) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston under the leadership of Dr. C. Thomas Caskey is recruiting faculty in cardiovascular genetics. Both Ph.D. and M.D.-Ph.D. applicants who have established records of independent and innovative research are encouraged to apply. Genomic structural variations and epigenetics are high priority areas. The appointments provide programmatic support enabling rapid establishment of independent research initiatives.
The IMM is located in new state-of-the-art research facilities (230,000 square feet), which has been honored with seven awards for architectural design. The focus of the Institute is discovery of major genetic and molecular mechanisms of disease toward the objective of preventing disease.
Please email a description of your program and a copy of your curriculum vitae to: Sarah.Cuddy@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
Immunology Faculty
Research Center for Immunology and Autoimmune Diseases, is currently expanding and invites applications for faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level, although candidates at the Associate Professor rank may also be considered. We are particularly interested in recruiting in the areas of mucosal immunology and immune tolerance; however, inquires by outstanding candidates in other areas of immunology/inflammation are encouraged. The appointment will provide substantial start-up support. On-site core facilities available at our new state-of-the-art research building (230,000 square feet) include a barrier vivarium, transgenic mouse services, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry and cell sorting, high-throughput DNA sequencing, and mass spectroscopy. Cross appointments in basic science and/or clinical departments of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston will be arranged as appropriate. Collaborations are available and encouraged with other faculty members both at the IMM (faculty and programs can be reviewed online) and within the Texas Medical Center.
Interested applicants should send their curriculum vita and research program description to the attention of:
Rick A. Wetsel, PhD
Research Center for Immunology and Autoimmune Diseases
The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
for the Prevention of Human Diseases
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
1825 Pressler Street, Suite 205
Rick.A.Wetsel@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
CENTER FOR DIABETES AND OBESITY RESEARCH
A post-doctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Vihang Narkar at UT Health Institute of Molecular Medicine. The successful candidate will use transgenic mice to study nuclear receptors in metabolic diseases using either adipose tissue or skeletal muscle as a model system. A strong background in molecular biology and mouse physiology, demonstrated by first author publications in peer-reviewed journals, is required. Expertise in adipose or skeletal muscle biology is desirable, but not necessary.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter describing research goals, CV and a list of three references to (Please indicate POST-DOCTORAL APPLICANT in the email subject):
(No phone calls please)
Vihang A. Narkar, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Center for Diabetes and Obesity Research
The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
for the Prevention of Human Diseases
University of Texas Health Science Center
Email: vihang.a.narkar@uth.tmc.edu
Faculty web profile for Dr. Vihang A. Narkar
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
TEXAS THERAPEUTIC INSTITUTE, IMM
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Qingyun (Jim) Liu at the Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine for the Prevention of Human Diseases.
The successful candidates will study the roles of G protein-coupled receptors in tumor initiation, growth, and metastasis to identify and validate potential drug targets for the development of novel treatments for cancer, or will study aromatic amino acid hydroxylases for the discovery of innovative treatments for certain genetic disorders. The positions require a recent Ph.D. in biological sciences. The candidates must be highly motivated and innovative, have expertise in molecular biology, cell culture and biochemistry with first author publication(s) in leading journals.
Interested candidates should email CV to:
Email: qingyun.liu@uth.tmc.edu
Qingyun (Jim) Liu, Ph.D.
Professor
The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine
for the Preventation of Human Diseases
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
TEXAS THERAPEUTICS INSTITUTE
1825 Pressler Street
Houston, TX 77030
The University of Texas is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
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