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Open Faculty Positions – Contract Research
Texas Biomedical Research Institute is seeking to double its faculty over the next 8 years by recruiting multiple faculty to enhance and expand each of the institute’s Scientific Research Programs: (https://www.txbiomed.org/research
Successful faculty candidates will be expected to synergize with faculty and staff in existing Programs to foster Texas Biomed’s efforts to become national/international leaders in infectious disease research, and research on vulnerable/susceptible populations. Texas Biomed is a free standing, private nonprofit research institute. It supports BSL2, BSL3 and BSL4 programs with unparalleled resources, and is the host institution of the Southwest National Primate Research Center (SNPRC), one of the seven National Primate Research Centers supported by NIH in the U.S.
The institute seeks to recruit faculty at any rank in the translational/Contract Research arm of the institute. Texas Biomed has a robust relationship with industry partners in diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines and supports a faculty track in Contract Research. Expectations for faculty are preparing and submitting applications for RFPs, interacting with funding agencies to expand the Institute’s Contract Research footprint, developing contract study scope, performing research, preparing scientific reports, and working within the guidelines of regulated studies (QA/QC). Expertise can include prior research or contract studies using a variety of animal models (non-human primates, rodents, etc.), in vitro models, and/or a variety of infectious agents including select agents. Opportunities to develop or maintain an independent research program in parallel are available and encouraged.
Qualifications: Ph.D. M.D. and/or DVM in a Biological Sciences specialty. Demonstrated research productivity and evidence of an independently-funded research or Contract Research program. Experience working with interdisciplinary research teams and mentoring members of underrepresented groups.
How to Apply: Applicants should include: (1) Curriculum vitae, (2) a summary of past and present research accomplishments highlighting their relevance to the applicable Texas Biomed Scientific Program(s), (3) a summary of future research plans, and (4) names and emails of at least three professional references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Ian Cheeseman (ianc@txbiomed.org).
Who We Are: Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.
What We Can Offer You:
• Competitive pay
• 7% Employer-Funded retirement contribution starting day one
• Full insurance benefits
• Holidays, PTO and a paid week off in the last week of December
• We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!
Commitment to Increasing Diversity in Science: Texas Biomed hires according to its values of Teamwork, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Safety (TIDES) and is highly committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, and/or other legally protected status and to ensure that affirmative action is taken in fulfillment of this policy. Texas Biomed is aligned with multiple educational and commercial entities in San Antonio, TX, and is committed to recruit and support dual-career families.
HEALTH STARTS WITH SCIENCE
Teamwork | Integrity | Diversity | Excellence | Safety
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