What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Medical Genetics position at UTHealth Houston?
The Division of Medical Genetics at McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (UTHealth), is seeking a highly motivated Full-Time Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our dynamic research team in Houston, TX. Our lab is dedicated to uncovering the mechanistic links between mutant genes and vascular diseases—including aortic dissections, thoracic aortic aneurysms, early onset coronary artery disease, and large artery cerebrovascular disease—using advanced cell culture techniques, iPSCs, and mouse models. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a collaborative and productive environment alongside a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and trainees.
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!
- 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:
- A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Biomedical research and expertise in one or more of areas: genetics, cell and molecular biology, iPSCs, and/or animal models of disease.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education:
- Doctoral/Terminal Degree
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.
Security Sensitive:
- This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Residency Requirement:
- Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
