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As of December 1, 2024, new postdoc positions can be found on the UTHealth Houston Career Website

• Anesthesiology - Neuroinflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases

  Postdoc Position in Neuroinflammation

  PI: Wei Cao, Ph.D.

  One federally funded, fully supported postdoc position is available in the Department of Anesthesiology, Center for Perioperative Medicine, at the McGovern Medical School of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

  Overview

  The Cao laboratory studies the molecular underpinning of the pathogenic events leading to neurodegenerative diseases. A leading health and economic burden to an aging society, Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a condition with complex etiology and manifests in dysregulated neuronal functions and intercellular communications in the brain. Increasingly, neuroinflammatory responses are critically implicated in AD and other neurodegenerative diseases. We are keen to illuminate the fundamental principles that govern the neuroinflammatory phenomena in driving AD and brain aging (check our recent publications Immunity 55, 879 (2022); J. Clin. Invest. 130:1912 (2020); Front Neurosci 14:577744 (2020)).

  Establishing a brand-new presence at UTHealth, we are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our spirited group. The focus of the immediate project is to characterize the molecular responses by glial cells to tauopathy and stress in vitro and in vivo, with an aim to illuminate the key pathways and factors involved in neuroinflammation and eventual degeneration.

  Motivated candidates with in-depth training and knowledge in neuroscience, immunology, and/or molecular biology are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with biochemistry, confocal microscopy, and/or in vivo disease modeling is a plus. 

  Job Duties

  • Initiate, conduct, and lead research projects based on sound and innovative scientific hypothesis.
  • Develop technical expertise in areas such as genetic animal models, recombinant viral vectors, confocal imaging, molecular biology and multiomics analysis.
  • Plan, direct and conduct specialized and advanced research experiments, establish new research protocols and procedures, and evaluate and analyze data.
  • Summarize research findings, write, and publish results in research journals.
  • Responsible for laboratory operations in a team environment. 
  • Participate in educational events such as journal club, presentation of research in both formal and informal settings on regular basis.
  • Collaborate with investigators outside the lab and main effective communication

  Application Requirements:

  • Education: MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science,
  • No experience required

  How to apply:

  Please send a current resume/CV, a cover letter and contact information of three references by email to [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Anesthesiology – Chronic Liver Disease

  Postdoc Position in Alcohol-associated Liver Disease

  A federally funded, fully supported postdoc position is immediately available in the Department of Anesthesiology, Center for Perioperative Medicine, at the McGovern Medical School of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

  Overview

  The Poulsen laboratory is interested in studying the inflammatory mechanisms that lead to tissue injury in Alcohol-associate liver disease (ALD). ALD is now a leading indication for liver transplantation and the rate of ALD continues to increase with few advances in therapies for the past 4 decades.  Our laboratory has established that the pleiotropic cytokine/chemokine macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a pivotal controller of hepatic inflammation, steatosis and cellular stress in ALD.  Our current studies are focused on the array of MIF receptors and the cell-specific contributions of MIF to ethanol-induced liver injury.   We are seeking a talented and highly motivated postdoc fellow to join our lab. Ongoing studies will involve an integrated approach with access to clinically relevant samples from patients with ALD, in vivo models of ethanol feeding in rodents and mechanistic studies in vitro. 

  Application Requirements:

  • The candidate must have a Doctorate degree in Basic Science or Medicine.
  • The candidate must demonstrate initiative and the capability to conduct independent research. Strong written and verbal communication and organization skills are required.
  • Review scientific literature to define specific problems and possible solutions.
  • Establish novel methods to test scientific problems.
  • Perform experimental models related to handling and manipulation of mice and collection of animal tissue samples; Perform cell culture and relevant in vitro assays; Perform molecular and cellular biology assays, such as DNA, RNA and protein isolation, Western blotting, real-time PCR, transcription reporter assays, immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry assays, from animal tissue samples and cultured cells.
  • Compile, analyze and evaluate data independently.
  • Draft manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals; have experience in submitting or writing grants.

  How to apply

  Please send a current resume/CV, a cover letter and contact information of three references to:

  Dr. Kyle Poulsen, 6431 Fannin St., University of Texas McGovern Medical School, Department of Anesthesiology, Houston, TX 77030

  Or email to [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Anesthesiology – Inflammation in heart disease and neurodegeneration

  Inflammation in heart disease and neurodegeneration

  Position Details:

  A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Matthew (Matt) DeBerge in the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine in the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

  Overview:

  We study the origin and role of inflammation in homeostasis and disease with a current focus on inflammatory cells and pathways that link cardiovascular disease to neurodegeneration. This involves studying tissue resident immune cells, including cardiac macrophages and brain-resident microglia, as well as recruited monocytes and T cells. Using mouse models of heart failure and dementia, we determine the requirements for these immune cells in disease pathogenesis. This is followed by mechanistic studies using primary cells isolated in vivo or cultured in vitro. Finally, we validate our findings using human samples and test therapeutic efficacy by targeting inflammatory signaling in our preclinical mouse models.

  Job Duties:

  • Establish knowledge of immunology and neuroimmunology.
  • Develop technical expertise in mouse models of heart failure, flow cytometry, cell sorting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, and multiomics analyses.
  • Create an individual development plan for use in bi-monthly meetings with Dr. DeBerge to discuss research updates and career goals.
  • Apply for internal awards and federally-funded or private foundation research grants.
  • Collaborate with lab members and other labs or institutions.
  • Present research findings in lab meetings, departmental seminars, and conferences.
  • Prepare manuscripts and publish results in research journals.

  Qualifications:

  Education: PhD or equivalent in basic sciences or related field.

  How to apply:

  Please send a current resume/CV by email to [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Bacterial Genetic and Physiology

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Fusobacterial Study

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available in Dr. Chenggang Wu's laboratory within the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Texas, McGovern Medical School at Houston. The project, which delves into the essentialome and Type IV secretion system (T4SS) in Fusobacterium nucleatum, a Gram-negative, anaerobic bacterium central to dental plaque formation and linked to periodontitis, oral cancer, and colorectal cancer, presents a unique opportunity to contribute to significant scientific advancements.
  This research will combine advanced molecular microbiology techniques (markerless gene deletion, Tn-seq, and CRISPRi), biochemistry, and imaging technology (electron microscopy and cryo-ET) to uncover new insights into the molecular mechanisms that drive pathogenicity and host interactions in Fusobacterium nucleatum.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Candidates should have (or be close to earning) a Ph.D. in molecular biology or bacteriology

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  • A strong background in molecular biology and/or bacteriology is essential.
  • The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, creative, and enthusiastic about developing new skills in a collaborative research environment.

  Required Application Materials:

  To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Chenggang WU, PhD, [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - Bacterial Phospholipid Metabolism

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in lipid metabolism

  An NIH-funded postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston McGovern Medical School. The fellow will study bacterial phospholipid metabolism in the laboratory of Dr. Lei Zheng. The project will use multidisciplinary approaches including gene editing, protein interaction mapping, and protein biochemistry characterizations, to study membrane proteins involved in novel protein interactions within the lipid metabolic network. The candidate will also have an opportunity to learn the latest structural biology techniques, such as cryoEM analysis. Salary will be based on the NIH standards and individual experience.

  Minimum Requirements:

  The ideal candidate should be a highly self-motivated fellow and have a recent Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology with demonstrated experience in protein expression, purification, and characterizations.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  A background in Microbiology is strongly encouraged to apply.

  Required Application Materials:

  To apply, applicants should send their CV and the names of three references to Dr. Lei Zheng ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - Sensory Ion Channel Function

  Postdoctoral Research Fellows Positions available in the Cordero-Vásquez Research Group at UTHealth Houston

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions are available for highly motivated individuals with an interest in the molecular basis of sensory ion channel regulation by membrane lipids and the cytoskeleton, as well as the structure-function relationship of ion channels involved in neurological disorders, in the laboratories of Dr. Valeria Vásquez and Dr. Julio Cordero-Morales at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. We combine electrophysiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, animal behavior (C. elegans and mice), and structural biology to determine the mechanisms behind sensory ion channel function (e.g., mechanosensitive and transient receptor potential ion channels).

  Publications from the group that represent ongoing projects:

  Regulation of sensory mechanosensitive ion channels by membrane lipids:

  Romero LO, Caires R, Victor AK, et al. 2023. Linoleic acid improves PIEZO2 dysfunction in a mouse model of Angelman Syndrome. Nature Communications.

  Role of bioactive lipids in TRPs channels involved in blood pressure:

  Caires R,  Garrud T.A.C., Romero L.O., et al. 2022. Genetic- and diet-induced ω-3 fatty acid enrichment enhances TRPV4-mediated vasodilation in mice. Cell Reports.

  Determining the role of sensory ion channels in C. elegans:

  Millet JRM, Romero LO, Lee J, et al. 2022. C. elegans PEZO-1 is a mechanosensitive ion channel involved in food sensation. Journal of General Physiology.

  Structure-function of ion channels involved in neurological disorders:

  Sierra-Valdez F, Azumaya CM, Romero LO, et al. 2018. Structure-function analyses of the ion channel TRPC3 reveal that its cytoplasmic domain allosterically modulates channel gating. Journal of Biological Chemistry.

  Velisetty P, Stein RA, Sierra-Valdez F, Vásquez V, Cordero-Morales JF. 2017. Expression and Purification of the Pain Receptor TRPV1 for Spectroscopic Analysis. Scientific Reports.

  Group members can expect individualized mentorship, a team-oriented environment, and the opportunity to interact with talented faculty across the Texas Medical Center. All work is supported by recently awarded federal and institutional funding. Experience in electrophysiology, biochemistry/ protein purification, cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM), electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy (EPR), or animal behavior (C. elegans or mice) is preferred but not required.

  To Apply:

  Highly motivated individuals are encouraged to email [email protected] or [email protected] a CV, as well as the name and contact information of three references. More information: https://www.corderovasquezlab.com

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - Structure & Function of ion channels

  Postdoctoral Position - Structure & Function of Ion Channels

  A postdoctoral research position in structural biology is available in the laboratory of Irina Serysheva, PhD in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Our university offers a state-of-the-art infrastructure and great conditions to employ excellent researchers.

  We are seeking a motivated person to join our research team and contribute to our projects focused on molecular mechanisms underlying molecular transport across cellular membranes with specific emphasis on calcium channels. Our research integrates a diverse array of methods, including biochemistry, molecular biology, biophysics, cell biology, electron cryo-microscopy and bioinformatics. The postdoctoral fellow will have ready access to the top-of-the-line equipment and resources necessary for the above approaches. For cryo-EM, we have access to eight microscopes on our campus: Titan Krios, two Glacios, Aquilos Cryo-FIB/iFLM™, JEOL3200FSC, JEOL2200FS, JEOL2100, JEOL1230 and dedicated GPU+CPU clusters. The position is funded for 2.5 years (possible extension up to 4 years).

  Lab Website: https://med.uth.edu/bmb/serysheva/

  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Experience in biochemistry and/or structural biology would be an advantage. Interested individuals should send a CV, a statement of interest, and a list of three references as a single pdf file to: Irina Serysheva ([email protected]).

  Our University fosters a learning community committed to excellence to support the best scientists.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• BRAINS Research Lab - Microglial interferon signaling in aging and stroke

  Postdoctoral Fellow in the BRAINS Research Laboratory at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available to study on microglial inflammation in aged brains and following stroke in the BRAINS laboratory in the Department of Neurology. This is a NIH-funded postdoctoral fellow position. The laboratory focuses on how interferon signaling drives neuroinflammation in aged brains and post-stroke brains, which could cause blood brain barrier disruption. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting animal surgery and utilizing FACS and bioinformatics techniques to analyze data in research projects focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying cerebrovascular disease progression and neuroinflammation following stroke.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform animal surgeries and in vivo viral injection, including rodent survival surgeries (MCAO and pdMCAO), tissue dissections, behavioral tests and post-operative care
  • Collect and process biological samples, including blood, tissue, and organs
  • Perform biochemical experiments and FACS analysis on collected biological samples
  • Collaborate with other team members to design and perform experiments and interpret results
  • Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and data
  • Communicate research findings through presentations, publications, and scientific meetings
  • Participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, and other research activities within the BRAINS Research Laboratory

  We offer a competitive salary in accordance with UTHSC and NIH guidelines, as well as a benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment. The initial term of the position is one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability.

  Minimum Requirements: 

  PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Neuroscience, Immunology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related discipline)

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  • Expertise in animal surgery techniques, including aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation, is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

  To Apply:

  To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Gab Seok Kim, PhD. ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• BRAINS Research Lab- Cerebrovascular imaging in neurodegenerative diseases

  Cerebrovascular imaging in neurodegenerative diseases

  UTHealth BRAINS research lab is looking for a postdoctoral fellow or research scientist to join a dynamic research team focused on the function of the blood-brain barrier in both normal brains as well as models of neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s disease, cerebral amyloid angiopathy, and neurodegenerative lysosomal storage.

  Current projects are developed around intravital two-photon microscopy imaging of cerebrovasculature in brain aging and neurodegeneration. Future work includes the integration of vascular mechanosensing and neuroimmunology with cytokine/chemokine stimulations in aging and disease progression.

  This position is an NIH Research grant funded position. The laboratory is fully equipped with a custom-build two-photon laser-scanning microscope with imaging and stimulation laser lines and primary cell culture equipment. The lab is a part of the UTHealth BRAINS research laboratories and the Graduate Program in Neuroscience. These entities form a vibrant research community.

  Applicants should have experience in quantitative optical methods in vivo and in vitro, contemporary molecular/biochemical analyses, neuroimmunology and/or behavioral neuroscience. 

  Self-motivated and independent applicants are encouraged to apply for the position and after an initial application are expected to include 3 letters of reference.  Salary and stipends are commensurable with experience and granting standards in UTHealth. The position is available immediately.

  All application materials should be sent electronically to:

  Aki Urayama, PhD

  Associate Professor

  Department of Neurology

  University of Texas Medical School at Houston

  [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Cancer Control Research Training Program - funded by NCI

  National Cancer Institute-funded Postdoctoral Fellowships 

  Two Postdoctoral Fellowship Positions Available Now!

  Position Description

  The National Cancer Institute-funded Cancer Control Fellowship at the UTHealth School of Public Health is a quality program with an established, 31-year track record for postdoctoral fellows with an academic interest in cancer prevention and control. Join a thriving interdisciplinary research environment with research and engagement opportunities in diverse populations and areas of Texas and a focus on underserved groups and the reduction of cancer-related health disparities.

  Eligibility

  • Individuals with a PhD, DrPH, MD, or other doctoral degree in public health, health promotion, behavioral or social science, epidemiology, health services research, health policy, health economics, biostatistics, or data science.
  • Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents only.

  Benefits

  • Fellows will receive support for up to 2 years
  • Annual stipend starting at $ 56,880, depending on experience
  • Health insurance, tuition, fees, books, software, and travel
  • Weekly contact with faculty, postdocs, and other doctoral fellows through a seminar focused on proposals, publications, and career development

  World Class Mentors

  Over 25 accomplished mentors from all public health disciplines with robust research portfolios.

  "The mentors are wonderful! They do a great job involving you in projects and connecting you with the resources you need to succeed." - Postdoctoral Fellow Ashley Hedrick, PhD

  Research Environment

  Join us at any one of our six campuses in Austin, Brownsville, El Paso, Dallas, San Antonio or Houston. Experience the unique opportunities available in each region.

  Institutional Resources

  • Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research
  • UTHealth Institute for Implementation Science
  • Center for Healthcare Data
  • Center for Big Data in Health Sciences
  • Center for Pediatric Population Health
  • And many others

  Program Leads

  • María E. Fernández, PhD
  • Bijal Balasubramanian MBBS, PhD
  • Patricia Dolan Mullen, DrPH, MLS

  Additional Information

  Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, subject to award availability.

  Go.uth.edu/nci-fellowship 

  Questions, e-mail: [email protected] 

• Center for Affective Neuroscience and Computations (CAN-C)

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Affective Neuroscience and Computations

  Multiple post-doctoral fellowship positions are open at the recently established and fast-growing CAN-C within the department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas-Health Sciences Center at Houston. Currently, there are multiple NIMH-funded projects running within CAN-C with a primary focus on the study of intersect between emotion regulation and cognitive control mediating associative learning in health and disease in the human brain. The center is directed by Dr. Mohammed R Milad (google scholar link), Endowed Chair, Vice-Chair for Behavioral Neuroscience Research, and Tenured Professor of Psychiatry at UTHealth. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art experimental tools such as TMS, fMRI, EEG, and has robust computational equipment and power to conduct innovative research in the domains of computational psychiatry and machine learning. We are seeking to hire post-doctoral fellows that are eager to be part of a rapidly growing and highly productive team to help conduct ongoing projects and to develop new and exciting projects associated with the mission of our center. And being located in the Texas Medical Center at Houston, considered as the largest medical center in the world, there will ample opportunities to collaborate with outstanding investigators at multiple collaborative institutions, including Baylor College of Medicine, Texas A&M, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and several others. Post-doctoral fellows joining us would also benefit from the highly affordable cost of living and enjoy the enormous cultural variety that Houston has to offer- being the 4th largest city in the USA.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Candidates must have PhD. Experience in neuroscience and computations is preferred.

  Responsibilities:

  •  Initiates, interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments critical to department’s mission.
  • Programming and computational modeling, and computer-machine interface.
  • Formulates and conducts research on problems of considerable scope and complexity.
  • Explores subject area and defines scope and selection of problems for investigation through conceptually related studies or series of projects of lesser scope.
  • Develops new ideas that promote current research. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive scientific research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and/or importance.
  • Ensures timely and accurate completion of research projects.
  • May be responsible research/lab quality control and compliance.
  • May develop protocol for the collection and quality of research data.
  • Develops complex programming scripts and computational tools to analyze large and complex neuroimaging datasets.
  • Develops tools to analyze neuroimaging data to be utilized for grant applications.
  • Takes the lead in manuscript preparations and publications.

  To Apply: 

  All application materials should be sent electronically to:

  Mohammed R. Milad, PhD
  Professor
  Vice Chair for Behavioral Neuroscience research
  Executive Director, Center for Affective Neuroscience and Computation
  Training Director, Neuroimaging Fellowship Program
  John S. Dunn Endowed Chair
  [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center for Affective Neuroscience and Computations (CAN-C)

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Affective Neuroscience and Computations

  Multiple post-doctoral fellowship positions are open at the recently established and fast-growing CAN-C within the department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas-Health Sciences Center at Houston. Currently, there are multiple NIMH-funded projects running within CAN-C with a primary focus on the study of intersect between emotion regulation and cognitive control mediating associative learning in health and disease in the human brain. The center is directed by Dr. Mohammed R Milad (google scholar link: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=dRXoWUwAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao), Endowed Chair, Vice-Chair for Behavioral Neuroscience Research, and Tenured Professor of Psychiatry at UTHealth. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art experimental tools such as TMS, fMRI, EEG, and has robust computational equipment and power to conduct innovative research in the domains of computational psychiatry and machine learning. We are seeking to hire post-doctoral fellows that are eager to be part of a rapidly growing and highly productive team to help conduct ongoing projects and to develop new and exciting projects associated with the mission of our center. And being located in the Texas Medical Center at Houston, considered as the largest medical center in the world, there will ample opportunities to collaborate with outstanding investigators at multiple collaborative institutions, including Baylor College of Medicine, Texas A&M, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and several others. Post-doctoral fellows joining us would also benefit from the highly affordable cost of living and enjoy the large international community that Houston has to offer- being the 4th largest city in the USA.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Candidates must have PhD. Experience in neuroscience and computations is preferred.

  Responsibilities:

  • Initiates, interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates research assignments critical to department’s mission.
  • Programming and computational modeling, and computer-machine interface
  • Formulates and conducts research on problems of considerable scope and complexity.
  • Explores subject area and defines scope and selection of problems for investigation through conceptually related studies or series of projects of lesser scope.
  • Develops new ideas that promote current research. Exercises a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive scientific research programs and activities of outstanding novelty and/or importance.
  • Ensures timely and accurate completion of research projects.
  • May be responsible research/lab quality control and compliance.
  • May develop protocol for the collection and quality of research data.
  • Develops complex programming scripts and computational tools to analyze large and complex neuroimaging datasets
  • Develops tools to analyze neuroimaging data to be utilized for grant applications.
  • Takes the lead in manuscript preparations and publications.

  Required Application Materials:

  All application materials should be sent electronically to:

  Mohammed R. Milad, PhD
  Professor
  Vice Chair for Behavioral Neuroscience research
  Executive Director, Center for Affective Neuroscience and Computation
  Training Director, Neuroimaging Fellowship Program
  John S. Dunn Endowed Chair
  [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center for AI and Genome Informatics - Population Genetics Informatics

  Postdoctoral Fellow in Population Genetics Informatics 

  A postdoctoral position is available in Dr. Degui Zhi's Center for AI and Genome Informatics (AIGI, https://sbmi.uth.edu/aigi/) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). This role focuses on developing methods and analyzing biobank-scale genetics data.
  The candidate will join a leading team dedicated to advancing genetic research through efficient informatics tools that reveal genetic relationships in large cohorts. The lab is known for developing RaPID (Genome Biology 2019), the first scalable method leveraging the Positional Burrows–Wheeler Transform (PBWT) for identical-by-descent (IBD) segment detection. The lab has received multiple NIH R01 grants to further this development. We have also created new haplotype query search algorithms (ISMB 2019) and data structures, including dynamic PBWT and space-efficient Syllable-PBWT.
  For population and statistical genetics, we applied PBWT to infer personalized genealogical history (BMC Biology 2021), relatedness inference (RAFFI, PLoS Genetics 2021), IBD mapping (FiMAP, PLoS Genetics 2023), and runs of homozygosity (ROH) mapping (eLife, 2024).
  The ideal candidate should have a background in population genetics and will collaborate with the team to develop innovative analysis strategies for real biobank-scale data. Funding is available for 2+ years, with potential promotion to faculty positions. The candidate will access high-throughput datasets and collaborate with investigators across UTHealth, Texas Medical Center, and national consortia.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Requirements for this position include having completed a PhD degree, preferably in Computer Science, bioinformatics, population genetics, or related fields, demonstrated strong quantitative analytic skills, including programming skills, and evidence in publishing research articles related to population genetics, bioinformatics, and computer sciences. This position offers a competitive stipend/salary, benefits, office space, and access to internal sources of pilot project support.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  The successful candidate should have some experience analyzing biobank-scale genotype data, with proven skills in at least one programming language (e.g., Perl, Python, R, or C/C++). A good understanding of population genetics is a plus, but not required.

  To Apply:

  Candidates should email a current CV and the names of at least two references to Degui Zhi ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center for Craniofacial Research – Skeletal Stem Cell Biology

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Skeletal Stem Cell Biology

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available to study the role of skeletal stem cells in bone development, regeneration, and diseases at the Center of Craniofacial Research of the School of Dentistry. The Ono laboratory focuses on the fundamental biology of skeletal stem cells in bone and cartilage, including those in the craniofacial region, using mouse genetic approaches, particularly in vivo lineage-tracing approaches. The Ono lab is located in the UTHealth Houston Research Park Complex of the Texas Medical Center (TMC). It is a core member of the Bone Disease Program of Texas, a collaborative program of UTHealth Houston, Baylor College of Medicine, and UT MD Anderson Cancer Center. A successful candidate will engage in a dynamic, collaborative project involving multiple research teams, focusing on the central role of skeletal stem cells in bone diseases.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Ph.D. in relevant fields within four years of terminal degree. Prior experience in mouse (or other equivalent rodent) research is required.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Prior experiences in advanced imaging (confocal, light sheet microscopy), flow cytometry/FACS, and genomics (single-cell, bulk) are desired but not required. Candidates with prior experiences in mouse genetics and high-level colony management will be favored.

  To Apply: 

  To apply, please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references to Noriaki Ono, [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center for Humanities and Ethics - Religion and Medicine

  Postdoctoral Fellowship in Religion and Medicine/Health (2024-2027)

  The John P. McGovern, M.D., Center for Humanities and Ethics (McGovern Center) at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston invites applicants for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship in religion and medicine and/or health, from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027. This position is in collaboration with the Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center (ISH) in Houston, Texas.

  This position will require the successful candidate to engage in and help carry out the work of the McGovern Center and ISH, while encouraging their development as a medical humanist and scholar.

  The McGovern Center was established in September 2004 as an integral part of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). While housed in McGovern Medical School, the McGovern Center works closely with all six professional schools of UTHealth Houston—schools of nursing, medicine, dentistry, public health, biomedical sciences, and biomedical informatics. Educationally, the McGovern Center addresses the dehumanizing forces in contemporary healthcare by studying and teaching forms of care and research that are ethically-sound, spiritually-informed, and culturally-sensitive. The McGovern Center’s scholarship and research focus on contexts, experiences, power, meanings, ethics, and professional formation in medicine and healthcare using the methods of the humanities and the interpretive social sciences. Learn more at:
  https://med.uth.edu/mcgovern/ 

  The Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center was founded in 1955 with the mission to enhance well-being by exploring the relationship between spirituality and health. It is an interfaith, independent 501(c)(3) that does not align with a particular religious body, spiritual tradition, health system, or university—it is open to all. The Institute has an extensive history of collaborating with agencies across sectors to provide expertise in dealing with spiritual/religious belief, practice, and community life as they relate to health and healing at the individual, clinical, and
  systems levels. Learn more at: www.spiritualityandhealth.org.

  Houston is the nation’s fourth-largest city, with ample intellectual, cultural, artistic, and gastronomic attractions.

  Position Requirements

  The successful candidate should meet the following criteria:

  • Ph.D. in religious studies, theology, or a field related to religion and health;
  • Experience in teaching; and
  • Potential for publication in medical humanities.

  Responsibilities

  The successful candidate will split their time between the McGovern Center (40%) and ISH (40%). This will include time supporting faculty members and existing programs, such as teaching in required and elective courses as well as helping with research projects. The additional 20% will be in pursuit of their own research and scholarship either independently or in collaboration with others.

  The search will continue until filled. Preference will be given to candidates who apply by March 1, 2024. Fellowship will be awarded for three years, with an annual stipend of $60,000 (plus benefits) and $2,500 allowance for research and travel.

  Applicants should submit a single PDF file containing a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and contact information for three references.

  Please visit the application portal for more information about the position and the McGovern Center. Link: https://go.uth.edu/postdoc2024 

  Questions can be directed to Alejandro Zapata at [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center for Translational Injury Research - Trauma Research Fellowship (NIGMS T32)

  Fellowship/Post-Doc Information

  Fellowship: NIGMS T32 Trauma Research Fellowship
  Length: 2 Years
  Total number of positions: 4 (1-3 available/year)
  Program Director: Charles S. Cox, Jr., MD

  Description

  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is currently seeking postdoctoral candidates for a National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS)-funded T32 research fellowship in the following research areas: traumatic brain injury, resuscitation (including hemorrhagic shock), and organ injury and/or dysfunction. These are two year fellowships devoted to clinical or translational research. UTHealth and its primary clinical site, Memorial Hermann Hospital, are located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center in Houston, the largest incorporated medical center in the world. UTHealth’s Trauma Research Training Program was created in 1988, and over the last 25 years, multidisciplinary faculty have successfully mentored residents and postdocs to become competitive, productive, and independent clinical researchers.

  Program Goals

  The goal of this comprehensive program is to provide mentorship as well as didactic and practical training in clinical and translational research, resulting in significant contributions to the care of traumatically-injured patients and future academic independence. Upon the completion of the fellowship, fellows will be able to 1) formulate focused research questions and develop appropriate protocols to answer those questions; 2) analyze the resulting data and draw appropriate conclusions from these data; 3) collaborate with other scientists in a multidisciplinary setting; and 4) organize both oral and written presentations of research results, defend conclusions, and translate them to the care of the traumatically-injured patient. Fellows will participate in didactic coursework, including courses in clinical trial design, scientific writing, epidemiology, biostatistics, ethics and career development and have the opportunity to complete a Master of Science in Clinical Research. T32 fellows will be directly advised by a primary faculty mentor at UTHealth.

  Other Requirements

  UTHealth provides equal employment opportunities and is committed to recruiting a talented workforce. Applicants must have an MD or PhD and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

  How to Apply

  Interested applicants should send a current CV, a one page statement of research interests, a half page statement of career goals and three letters of reference to [email protected]. Starting dates can be any time after July 1, 2022.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Center of Spatial-temporal Modeling of Applications in Population Sciences

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the New Center of Spatial-temporal Modeling of Applications in Population Sciences

  This postdoctoral research fellow position will support a number of ongoing projects with the newly established Center of Spatial-temporal Modeling of Applications in Population Sciences in the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, School of Public Health. The main projects include neighborhood characteristics and social determinants of health, and their impacts on various health outcomes. 

  Minimum Requirements

  PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, or relevant fields. 

  Description of Qualified Candidates

  Must be proficient in R, with experience of processing georeference data either in R (preferred) or Arc GIS. Experience with Python language is preferred but not required. Previous experience working with georeferenced data (e.g., polygon/raster data) is preferred.

  To Apply

  Interested candidates should send the application package including: cover letter, CV, a research statement (1 page), and contact information of at least 3 references to [email protected]. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Dan L Duncan Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic - Children's Learning Institute

  Clinical Postdoctoral Fellow

  The Children’s Learning Institute at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to work in the Dan L Duncan Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic.  The Institute is seeking applications from candidates from doctoral clinical, counseling, or school psychology programs who will complete their clinical internship by September 1, 2022. The Dan L. Duncan Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic receives referrals from schools, physicians, and treatment professionals from the community to evaluate children with  suspected neurodevelopmental conditions including learning differences, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, language disorders, as well as neurological conditions (e.g., seizure disorders, traumatic brain injury), and psychological health concerns. Candidates must have expertise in evidence-based assessment of children, adolescents, and young adults with neurodevelopmental conditions.  Primary responsibilities will include providing comprehensive clinical assessments and developing educational and intervention programs for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders within an interdisciplinary clinic setting.  Successful applicants will have experience implementing cognitive behavioral interventions, a working knowledge of a range of assessment procedures, and possess excellent writing and communication skills.

  The Children’s Learning Institute is uniquely comprised of faculty from a variety of disciplines who engage in applied scientific research, provision of clinical and educational services, and policy activities aimed at improving the quality of life of vulnerable children and their families. The candidate will have opportunities to participate in research in a range of clinical and educational areas. Submit curriculum vitae, statement of interest, and names of references to [email protected].

  Learn about the UTHealth Children's Learning Institute here: ChildrensLearningInstitute.org

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Neuromodulation for stroke recovery

  Postdoctoral Fellow – Neuromodulation for stroke recovery

  The NeuroRecovery Research Center at TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital is seeking a highly motivated researcher to contribute to ongoing projects. The research center is part of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Texas – Medical School at Houston. The research center is housed in TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital that allows easy and convenient access to patient populations, including stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputation and pain. TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital is ranked #2 in Rehabilitation according to US News and World Report.

  Qualifications of Candidates:

  A successful candidate must have a recent doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD) in human movement science, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, rehabilitation engineering or related areas. The candidate must be highly motivated to advance his/her research career in neurorehabilitation. Experience with neuromodulation experiments (TMS, tDCS/tACS, EStim) involving human subjects is required. Proficiency in LabView and MatLab and experience with experimental studies of human movement neuroscience is desired. Skills in EEG and EMG signal processing are desired.

  The post-doctoral fellow is expected to contribute to ongoing projects on neuromodulation for post-stroke motor recovery. Development of new projects for possible grant proposal submission and collaboration with other faculty members are strongly encouraged. See our website for details: https://med.uth.edu/pmr/research/

  The position is available immediately. Benefits include vacation, sick days, and health care coverage. Salary is commensurate with experience.

  Required Application Materials:

  To apply for this 2-3-year postdoctoral fellowship please email a single PDF file, including cover letter with statement of research interests and experience, current CV, two journal articles, and contact information for two references to:

  Sheng Li, MD, PhD

  [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Diagnostic and Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology of Betel (Areca) Nut

  Postdoctoral Fellow Research Position – Pharmacology of Betel (Areca) Nut

  A National Institute of Health (NIH)-funded post-doctoral fellow research position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Alan L. Myers (https://dentistry.uth.edu/research/labs/sod-lab?id=dfe24540-4d6e-4418-a81d-cfbcc75ff4e7) in the Department of Diagnostic and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (Houston, TX).

  The Myers lab focuses on unraveling the toxicokinetic profile of betel nut chemicals (alkaloids) in mice and humans.  Specifically, projects will acquire a deeper understanding of the enzyme mechanisms that drive alkaloid metabolism, deleterious interactions with drugs of abuse and therapeutic substances, and utilize novel microphysiological systems to model alkaloid cytotoxicity. This NIH funded project will also involve probing new areas of betel nut addiction and developing methods to mitigate this harmful habit. The general research approaches will constitute identification of alkaloids and their novel metabolites using bioanalytical methods such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mathematical modeling of pharmacokinetic/toxicokinetic data sets, animal handing, and cell culture work.

  Qualifications:

  Qualified candidates should have earned a PhD, PharmD, PhD/PharmD or related degree. A strong background in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacokinetics, Toxicology, Biomedical Sciences or a related field is preferred. Previous experience with drug metabolism research, quantitative drug analysis using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) or liquid chromatography-mass spectroscopy (LC-MS), and/or in vivo animal lab work is highly desirable. The candidate should be highly motivated and must be able to work independently, demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills, and take the lead in defining the direction of a given project.  Additionally, candidates should be fluent in spoken and written English.

  To apply:

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Alan Myers directly by email at [email protected].

  In the email, please use the subject title “Postdoc Application” and attach the following in a single pdf file:

  • Cover Letter (briefly describe your accomplishments and research interests and how they are a good fit for the position)
  • CV
  • Contact information for 3 references

  Salary and benefits will follow NIH and UTHealth Houston guidelines. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Faillace Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences - Neuroimmune mechanisms influencing behavioral alterations after infection

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Neuroimmune Regulation after Infection

  A post doctoral fellow position is available to study the influence of central and peripheral inflammation on cognitive dysfunction and the progression of Alzheimer's pathology. This research aims to shed light on the complex relationship between inflammation and Alzheimer's disease, with a particular emphasis on understanding how inflammation may contribute to cognitive impairments associated with the disease.

  Our research team employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining clinical studies and laboratory investigations to gain a comprehensive understanding of the underlying mechanisms involved. We utilize both human subjects and animal models to examine the impact of inflammation on cognitive function and the development of Alzheimer's pathology.

  Our laboratory specializes in investigating the long-term behavioral alterations triggered by infections. Specifically, we utilize animal models of sepsis and meningitis to explore the underlying neuroimmune mechanisms involved in these processes. Additionally, we analyze clinical samples obtained from individuals with sepsis, meningitis, and COVID-19 to unravel the molecular pathology associated with the long-term neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric consequences.

  By employing animal models of sepsis and meningitis, we aim to simulate infection-induced conditions and understand the subsequent impact on behavior. Our research focuses on elucidating the intricate interactions between the immune system and the nervous system, shedding light on the underlying processes that contribute to long-term behavioral changes.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD with or with out experience.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  The Post doctoral fellow will help in performing basic science research in the model of infection. Responsibilities include conducting histological (tissue staining) and molecular experiments (like western blot), animal handling and colony maintenance, and maintaining lab. The individual will be working in a lab focused on studying the brain and behavior. The individual will be expected to work with other researchers in the lab to complete experiments.

  • Histological methods (immunofluorescence and DAB staining)
  • Molecular methods
  • Animal handling and colony management
  • RT-PCR
  • Microscopy
  • Maintaining the lab

  To Apply: 

  Interested applicants please send your CV to [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Faillace Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences - Unraveling the Influence of Delirium-like Behavior in Alzheimer's Disease Pathogenesis

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow

  Unraveling the Influence of Delirium-like Behavior in Alzheimer's Disease Pathogenesis

  We are excited to offer a postdoctoral fellow position to investigate the immunological changes linked to behavioral alterations in Alzheimer's Disease (AD). Our lab, within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, specializes in studying how inflammation and infection influence behavior and brain function. The project involves working with both wild-type (WT) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) transgenic mice. The research includes subjecting these mice to various conditions such as surgical procedures with and without infection, an intensive care unit (ICU)-like environment, and subsequent evaluations of behavior and brain function. Additionally, the study will explore the microbiota-gut-brain axis and its impact on cognitive processes from pre-clinical and clinical samples.

  Note: We seek a motivated researcher to contribute to this groundbreaking work, aiming to deepen our understanding of how delirium-like behaviors may affect AD progression and pathology.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD with or without experience

  Rodent behavior and IF, IHC, and microscopy

  Technical Skills Required:

  1. Rodent Handling: Proficiency in handling, genotyping, and breeding transgenic mice; experience with subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, and tail vein injections; oral drug administration; cardiac perfusion and retro-orbital blood collection; surgical models of neurodegenerative diseases.

  2. Behavioral Tasks: Competence in conducting behavioral tasks and analyzing data using ANY-MAZE software.

  3. Molecular Biology: Familiarity with fundamental molecular biology techniques, including DNA, RNA, and protein isolation; RT-PCR, qRT-PCR; and gel electrophoresis (AGAR, Native, and SDS PAGE; 2D gel; Western Blotting).

  4. Immunology and Cell Biology: Experience with ELISA, immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), immunoprecipitation (IP), co-immunoprecipitation (Co-IP); fluorescence-activated cell sorting using BD-FACS Aria and flow cytometry; confocal laser scanning microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.

  5. Computational Skills and Bioinformatics: Proficiency in pairwise and multiple sequence alignments, and data analysis using GraphPad Prism.

  All application materials should be sent electronically to:

  Tatiana Barichello, Pharm., PhD
  Associate Professor
  Translational Psychiatry Program
  Faillace Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)
  1941 East Road | Houston, TX 77054, USA
  [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Human Neuroimaging - Postdoctoral Associate

  Human Neuroimaging - Postdoctoral Associate

  The University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth) at Houston is located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the world' s largest medical center. UTHealth Houston in the TMC provides an unique environments to facilitate collaborations among labs with dynamic interactions between researchers and clinicians.

  A new position in the field of bioengineering and translational research is available for a highly enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellow to lead NIH-funded research to study human brain function using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). We utilize a mixture of human experiments and computational modeling to enable detailed measurements of the physics and physiology of human brain function. We believe that fMRI provides an extremely informative window in brain function when interpreted as a quantitative metric of metabolic substrates rather than a rough correlate of neuronal electrical activity.

  The lab currently collaborates with various teams in the UTHealth at Houston, University of Southern California, Siemens and Max Planck Institute at Tubingen (Germany). The lab has immediate access to two top-of-the-line Siemens Prisma 3T scanners, as well as a Siemens Terra 7T scanner at Methodist Hospital (the first 7T human scanner in Texas).

  Computational work makes use of a local cluster of high-performance compute and file servers owned exclusively by our lab.

  Minimum Requirements: 

  Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical), Physics or a related field.

  Description of Qualified Candidates: 

  The role requires various abilities to work independently and as part of various multidisciplinary teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will work with various collaborative and innovative research teams consisting of scientists, engineers and clinicians in the fields of cognitive neuroscience, MR physics, neurology and neurosurgery. 

  Strong coding ability in Matlab or equivalent is highly desirable. Basic understanding of MR pulse sequences and MRI physics is also desirable. Background of computational modeling of biological system is a plus.

  To Apply: 

  Please email 1) a cover letter including their research interests, 2) a CV, and 3) a list of at least 3 references to Jung Hwan Kim, Ph.D.,  [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Metabolic and Degenerative Diseases - Muscle and Adipose Progenitor Cell Signaling

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position 

  A researcher position is open in the laboratory. https://gsbs.uth.edu/directory/profile?id=b816c8de-c9b0-40f0-873c-42fa69db82e9.

  The project focused on the function of telomerase (TERT) in mitochondrial biogenesis and angiogenesis of skeletal muscle and adipose tissues.

  Minimum Requirements:

  A recent or anticipated PhD in biology or a related field is required.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Experience in molecular and cell biology, cell culture, and mouse models is required. Expertise in genomics is preferred.

  To Apply:

  Interested applicants should send a cover letter stating their research interests, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 references: [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Brain Control of Metabolism, Feeding and Related Behaviors.

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  A postdoctoral position is available immediately at The Institute of Molecular Medicine of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The position involves studies on central mechanisms of feeding, energy homeostasis and glucose homeostasis. A recent PhD in biology or a related field is required. Highly motivated individuals with experience in animal physiology, molecular biology and neuroscience are desired. The ideal candidates should be skilled in handling animals, mouse genetics, brain anatomy and basic biochemical methods. Projects will be centered on mapping and understanding neurocircuitry in the brain controlling body weight, feeding and related stress and anxiety behaviors using advanced tracing, optogenetics, chemogenetics, in vivo Ca2+ imaging, stereotaxic viral delivery and mouse genetics. Salary and benefits will follow National Institutes of Health and UTHealth guidelines. The Tong lab is located in the Institute of Molecular Medicine of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. UTHealth Houston is one of the several institutions located at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center (TMC). The vast resources within the TMC make it an ideal place to facilitate the success of projects, provide avenues for collaborations with other laboratories and nurture career development. Please refer to our recent publications (Xu et al., Cell Metabolism 2013; Mangieri et al., Nature Communications 2018; Xu et al., Nature Communications 2019; Cassidy et al. Science Advances 2019; Zhu et al., Nature Metabolism 2020; and Fan et al., Nature Communications, 2021) for specific research directions in the lab. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  Minimum Requirements:

  A recent PhD in biology or a related field is required.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Highly motivated individuals with experience in animal physiology, molecular biology and neuroscience are desired. The ideal candidates should be skilled in handling animals, mouse genetics, brain anatomy and basic biochemical methods. Projects will be centered on mapping and understanding neurocircuitry in the brain controlling body weight, feeding and related stress and anxiety behaviors using advanced tracing, optogenetics, chemogenetics, in vivo Ca2+ imaging, stereotaxic viral delivery and mouse genetics.

  To Apply: 

  Interested applicants should send a cover letter stating their research interests, a curriculum vitae, and relevant reprints to:

  Qingchun Tong, Ph.D.

  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

  Institute of Molecular Medicine

  1825 Pressler Street

  Houston, TX 77030

  E-mail: [email protected] 

  UTHealth is an EEO/AA employer

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Cell rejuvenation in aging and targeted peptide cancer therapeutics

  A position is available for postdoctoral research in the Kolonin laboratory: 

  https://gsbs.uth.edu/directory/profile?id=b816c8de-c9b0-40f0-873c-42fa69db82e9

  There are two projects to choose for a PhD / candidate:

  1. Using cell and mouse models of senescence to identify molecules inducing telomerase and suppressing aging. Experience in genomics / bioinformatics would help. Specifically, scRNAseq analysis using R.

  2. Developing new targeted peptide cancer therapeutics. Experience in click chemistry and physical chemistry would help.

  To Apply

  Contact Dr. Mikhail Kolonin directly at [email protected].

  In the email, indicate Project 1 or 2 as your fit.

  Attach your CV, and a cover letter briefly describing your fit for the position.

  Include contact information for 3 references.

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Center for Molecular Imaging

  Overview

  A CPRIT-funded position is immediately available for a postdoctoral researcher in the Center for Molecular Imaging. The project focuses on lymphatic delivery of cancer immunotherapies to tumor draining lymph nodes to provide robust anti-tumor immunity without causing immune related adverse events that currently limit effectiveness. A successful candidate would be deploying numerous techniques in orthotopic tumor models to track lymphatic delivery, evaluate tumor and immune cell response, and elucidate immune escape mechanisms. In addition, there are opportunities for a successful candidate to participate in clinical studies of lymphatic delivery systems.

  Qualification

  A PhD in molecular biology, genetics, cancer biology, immunology, or other relevant field. Experience in animal models of cancer, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques are necessary and a desire to learn new imaging approaches. The candidate should be highly motivated, able to work independently, and demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills.

  Application

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Eva Sevick directly at [email protected]. In the email, please attach your CV, and a cover letter briefly describing your accomplishments and research interests and how those are a good fit for the position. In addition, include contact information for 3 references. Please use subject title “Postdoc Application”.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Central Mechanisms of Feeding, Energy Homeostasis and Glucose Homeostasis

  Postdoctoral Fellow – brain control of metabolism, feeding and related behaviors.

  A postdoctoral position is available immediately at The Institute of Molecular Medicine of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The position involves studies on central mechanisms of feeding, energy homeostasis and glucose homeostasis. A recent PhD in biology or a related field is required. Highly motivated individuals with experience in animal physiology, molecular biology and neuroscience are desired. The ideal candidates should be skilled in handling animals, mouse genetics, brain anatomy and basic biochemical methods. Projects will be centered on mapping and understanding neurocircuitry in the brain controlling body weight, feeding and related stress and anxiety behaviors using advanced tracing, optogenetics, chemogenetics, in vivo Ca2+ imaging, stereotaxic viral delivery and mouse genetics. Salary and benefits will follow National Institutes of Health and UTHealth guidelines. The Tong lab is located in the Institute of Molecular Medicine of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. UTHealth Houston is one of the several institutions located at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center (TMC). The vast resources within the TMC make it an ideal place to facilitate the success of projects, provide avenues for collaborations with other laboratories and nurture career development. Please refer to our recent publications (Xu et al., Cell Metabolism 2013; Mangieri et al., Nature Communications 2018; Xu et al., Nature Communications 2019; Cassidy et al. Science Advances 2019; Zhu et al., Nature Metabolism 2020; and Fan et al., Nature Communications, 2021) for specific research directions in the lab. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  To Apply

  Interested applicants should send a cover letter stating their research interests, a curriculum vitae, and relevant reprints to:

  Qingchun Tong, Ph.D.

  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

  Institute of Molecular Medicine

  1825 Pressler Street

  Houston, TX 77030

  E-mail: [email protected] 

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Circadian Biology

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  A postdoctoral position is available immediately at The Institute of Molecular Medicine of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The position involves studies related to circadian regulation of healthy metabolism and disease prevention. A recent PhD in biology or a related field is required.

  A highly motivated individuals with experience in animal physiology and biochemistry are desired. The ideal candidates should be skilled in handling animals, mouse genetics, microscopy, and basic biochemical methods. Projects in the laboratory are centered on elucidating the cellular mechanisms of the circadian clock involved in regulation of metabolic tissues, including liver, muscle, adipose tissue, and brain.

  Salary and benefits will follow National Institutes of Health and UTHealth guidelines. The Eckel-Mahan laboratory is located in the Institute of Molecular Medicine of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. UTHealth Houston is located at the world-renowned Texas Medical Center (TMC). The vast resources within the TMC make it an ideal place to provide avenues for collaborations with other laboratories and nurture career development.

  Please refer to our recent publications (Ribas-Latre et al., Nature Communications 2021; Fekry et al., Nature Communications 2018; Fekry et al., FASEB J 2022;) for current and specific research directions in the laboratory. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  Minimum Requirements

  PhD or equivalent in a related scientific field is required

  Description of Qualified Candidates

  We are seeking candidates who are highly motivated, science-driven, collaborative, and have excellent writing and verbal communication skills to join our research team. An ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal physiology, and possess hands-on experience in biochemistry and microscopy. Previous experience with metabolomics, molecular biology, and cell culture will be considered as additional advantages.

  To Apply

  To apply, please email CV, contact information for three references, and a brief statement of research experience and goals to: [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Function of Seven-transmembrane Receptors in Colorectal Cancer and Cancer Stem Cells

  Postdoctoral position at the Institute of Molecular Medicine: Center for Translational Cancer Research

  Overview

  Supported by NIH/NCI and CPRIT, a position is available for a postdoctoral researcher to study the function and signaling mechanism of seven-transmembrane receptors in colorectal cancer and cancer stem cells. The successful candidate will also help lead the development and evaluation of unique antibody-drug conjugates to target cancer stem cell plasticity using cancer cell lines and patient-derived xenograft organoid models. The position is in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment in the Institute of Molecular Medicine (https://www.uth.edu/imm/) at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

  Qualification

  A Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology, cancer biology, experimental therapeutics, or a relevant field. Expertise in molecular cloning, cell culture, protein expression, western blot, and xenograft tumor models is essential. Experience with animal orthotopic models and organoid cultures is preferred, but not required. The candidate should be highly motivated, able to work independently, and demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills.

  Application

  Qualified candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Kendra Carmon directly at [email protected]. In the email, please attach your CV and a cover letter briefly describing your accomplishments and research interests and how those are a good fit for the position. In addition, include contact information for 3 references. Please use subject title “Postdoc Application”.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Genetic & epigenetic determinants of cerebrovascular disease and dementia

  Postdoctoral Fellow in Statistical and Computational Genomics

  A position at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is available for a Postdoctoral fellow in Statistical and Computational Genomics. The position will provide opportunities for a talented individual interested in working with large-scale genomic data in a collaborative research setting of international studies on cerebrovascular disease and dementia.

  The postdoctoral position will be supported by NIH grants that seek to identify the genetic and epigenetic determinants of cerebrovascular disease and dementia. The project will focus on utilizing whole genome sequence and genome-wide genotype data and DNA methylation array data on large epidemiologic cohort samples to identify biomarkers influencing risk of disease. As part of the Cohorts for Heart and Aging Research in Genomic Epidemiology (CHARGE) consortium, we are performing integrative analysis of functional omics data, whole genome sequence, and clinical data in population-based cohorts.

  The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for: (1) computational analyses of whole-genome/exome sequencing datasets and genome-wide SNP array; (2) computational analyses of DNA methylation array data and their integration with genetic data, with the aim to identify novel mechanisms in neurological diseases. (3) Integrative analyses of omics data. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead several projects within the lab and develop active collaborations with other labs and universities in the US and Europe.

  The candidate should have completed a PhD in Statistical Genetics, Computational Biology, Population Genetics/Genomics, Computer Science, or a related discipline, and have experience in the field of complex disease research. The ideal candidate would have expertise in genetics and statistical methods for genome data analysis. Experience with large-scale biological datasets, next-generation sequencing and epigenetic data is advantageous. Strong programming skills in the R language on a Linux environment is required.  The position requires excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work, both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

  To Apply

  Interested applicants should forward a CV and a statement of qualifications and research interests for this position, as well as the names and contact information for three professional references to:

  Myriam Fornage, PhD

  Professor of Molecular Medicine and Human Genetics

  Laurence and Johanna Favrot Distinguished Professor

  [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Mechanisms of Cancer Progression and Therapeutic Antibodies or Kinase Inhibitors Discovery

  Summary: Postdoc position in the world’s largest medical center, studying and targeting novel regulators for cancer metastasis, cellular plasticity and drug resistance. 

  A postdoc position to study novel molecular mechanisms of cancer progression and to discover novel therapeutic antibodies or kinase inhibitors are available in Dr. Wenliang Li’s lab at the Texas Therapeutics Institute (https://www.uth.edu/imm/centers/texas-therapeutics-institute.htm) in University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

  Metastasis is responsible for over 90% of cancer death but its mechanisms are still poorly understood and current treatments are largely unsuccessful for metastatic tumors. Research in Dr. Li’s lab is to study novel regulators of cancer metastasis, epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), and drug resistance, through a unique combination of RNAi/cDNA screens, molecular and cell biology, cancer genomics, epigenomics, tumor immune-microenvironment analysis, mouse genetic and xenograft models, and patient specimens.

  The goals of our works are to gain new knowledge of cancer progression, identify novel cancer drug targets and develop better therapeutics, including new kinase inhibitors and antibody-based therapies, such as mAb, ADC, bi-specific Ab and CART. Please follow this link (https://www.uth.edu/imm/faculty/profile?id=65561b0d-bdf2-4dee-8c30-c8123d01e823) to learn more about our research programs and publications.

  Qualified candidates should have a doctoral degree, strong background and good first-authored publications in cancer biology, molecular cell biology, or signal transduction. Prior experience in mouse models is desirable but not required. The postdoc fellows are expected to have strong work ethic, critical thinking abilities, excellent organization and communication skills.

  You can expect the PI to have a sincere interest in your work and support you at every stage of your career. We will help you realize your potential, do meaningful and fun science with the team, and develop a vision as an independent scientist.

  For those interested, please email a CV, contact information of three references, and a cover letter describing past achievements and research interests to Dr. Wenliang Li at: [email protected]. Applicants for other types of positions, such as technicians and research scientists, will also be considered.  

  Salaries of postdoctoral fellows will follow NIH and university guidelines, with a minimum of $54,835 annually. The Institute is located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical center, in the 4th largest US city with a relatively low living cost. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Metabolic Diseases and Cancer

  Postdoctoral Research Position in Metabolic Diseases and Cancer

  The laboratory is dedicated to uncovering and studying novel factors influencing adipose tissue remodeling during obesity and cancer progression. The overarching goal is to elucidate the clinical relevance of these factors in conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. The laboratory has published extensively in the field, and the current total citations from the laboratory are more than 10,000 (based on the Google Scholar Reports). Research in the laboratory is well funded by NIH, the American Diabetes Association, and other funding resources. The current project aims to investigate several newly identified enzymes critical to lipid metabolism, utilizing genetic and pharmacological tools to explore their roles in lipogenesis and lipolysis within adipose tissue, the liver, and the tumor tissues. This research will extend to examining the metabolic consequences on an organismal level.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD or equivalent in a related scientific field is required

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, dedicated to science, capable of working collaboratively, and possess outstanding writing and verbal communication skills. The ideal applicant will have:

  • A robust background in animal metabolism studies.
  • Practical experience in metabolic assessments using mouse models.

  (Preferred) Experience with lipid omics and metabolomics data analysis, molecular biology, cell culture, and biochemical assays will be viewed favorably.

  To Apply: 

  Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email:

  Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  Contact information for three references

  A statement of research interests

  Please send your application to Dr. Kai Sun at [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Proteomic study of gut microbiome implications in the development of colitis associated colorectal cancer

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow

  Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in proteomics in the Institute of Molecular Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Ph.D. or equivalent in a related scientific field is required. The lab’s research centers on development and application of proteomics and other molecular techniques to study cancer, neurodegeneration and other diseases.

  The focus of the immediate project is to elucidate the molecular interplays of how gut microbiome is implicated in the development of ulcerative colitis associated colorectal cancer and identify the key functional networks and factors involved, using a combined approach of proteomics, metaproteomics, metabolomics and systems biology.

  We are seeking candidates who are highly motivated, science-driven, collaborative, and have excellent writing and verbal communication skills to join our research team. An ideal candidate will have a strong background in proteomics, and possess hands-on experience in HPLC and mass spectrometry. Previous experience with metabolomics, bioinformatics, functional genomics, molecular biology, cell culture and biological assays will be considered as additional advantages.

  To apply, please email CV, contact information for three references, and a statement of research experience and goals to: [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Proteomics

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Proteomics

  Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in proteomics in the Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). PhD or equivalent in a related scientific field is required. The lab’s research centers on development and application of mass spectrometry-based proteomics and other molecular techniques to study cancer, neurodegeneration and other diseases.

  As a postdoctoral fellow, you will work with a collaborative and cross functional team of scientists from the university and other institutions. You will have a unique opportunity to develop innovative proteomic approaches to study molecular mechanisms underlying key protein networks and factors implicated in pancreatic cancer and other diseases using a combined approach of proteomics and systems biology, while being a key contributor to advancing research projects supported by NIH and CPRIT.

  The salary will be based on the NIH postdoctoral salary guideline.

  Minimum Requirements

  PhD or equivalent in a related scientific field is required

  Description of Qualified Candidates 

  We are seeking candidates who are highly motivated, science-driven, collaborative, and have excellent writing and verbal communication skills to join our research team. An ideal candidate will have a strong background in proteomics, and possess hands-on experience in HPLC and mass spectrometry. Previous experience with metabolomics, bioinformatics, functional genomics, molecular biology, cell culture and biological assays will be considered as additional advantages.

  To Apply

  To apply, please email CV, contact information for three references, and a statement of research experience and goals to: [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine - Roles of Microglia in Neurodegeneration

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  The primary aim of the lab is to understand microglia-neuron communication in normal and diseased brain. Particularly, the team investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying microglia sensing and regulation of neuronal activities. The laboratory has published extensively in the field and research in the laboratory is well funded by NIH. The current project aims to investigate the function of Alzheimer’s risk gene APOE in glial cells including astrocytes and microglia.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD in Neuroscience or equivalent in a related scientific field is required

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, dedicated to science, capable of working collaboratively, and possess outstanding writing and verbal communication skills. The ideal applicant will have:

  • A robust background in live microscopy.
  • Practical experience in using mouse models.

  Required Application Materials:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • 1-2 relevant papers that the candidate has published (not need for first authorship)
  • 2-3 reference letters

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecular Medicine – Structural Biology for Advancing Vaccine and Antibody Therapeutics

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Structural Biology

  An exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral fellow is currently open to contribute to groundbreaking research in vaccine and antibody therapeutic development within the Structural Biology Section at the Institute of Molecular Medicine. Our laboratory is at the forefront of understanding fundamental mechanisms governing viral entry and immune recognition, employing a multidisciplinary approach encompassing immunology, virology, and advanced structural biology techniques such as electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography. We leverage this knowledge to design innovative countermeasures using structure-assisted methods. In addition to our primary focus on infectious diseases, we are expanding our research scope to include non-infectious diseases, such as cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

  The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing our understanding and application of structural biology principles to design therapeutics across a broad spectrum of health challenges. Join our dynamic team and contribute to groundbreaking research at the intersection of structural biology and medical innovation.

  Minimum Requirements: 

  • Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline).
  • Demonstrated expertise and a minimum of three years of experience in the field of structural biology, with a strong focus on techniques such as electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography.

  Description of Qualified Candidates: 

  We are seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates with the following attributes:

  • A Ph.D. in a relevant field (e.g., Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline).
  • Substantial hands-on experience in structural biology, specifically in techniques such as electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography, with a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated expertise.
  • Proven track record of impactful research in structural biology, as evidenced by publications, conference presentations, or other significant achievements.
  • Strong background or a keen interest in immunology, virology, or related disciplines, with the passion to apply this knowledge to the development of vaccines and antibody therapeutics.
  • Capacity for interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication within a team setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and execute experiments independently.

  The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing our research objectives, contributing to the cutting-edge work at the forefront of structural biology and therapeutic development.

  To Apply: 

  Interested applicants should send a cover letter stating their research interests, a curriculum vitae, and relevant reprints to: Dr. Kai Xu, ([email protected])

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Institute of Molecule Medicine - Proteolysis targeted cancer drug discovery

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Cancer Drug Discovery

  A postdoctoral position is available to discover novel protein-based therapeutics for cancer treatment in the laboratory of Dr. Qingyun "Jim" Liu, Center for Translational Cancer Research, Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine. The Liu laboratory is focused on understanding the function and mechanism of LGR4/5/6 (leucine-rich repeat-containing, G protein-coupled receptor 4, 5, and 6) in Wnt signaling and targeting the three receptors for cancer treatment. LGR4/5/6 are abundantly expressed in gastrointestinal cancer with LGR5 being a marker of cancer stem cells/tumor-initiating cells. Our lab is using multiple approaches that target LGR4/5/6 for the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer, including drug conjugates of modified ligands and proteolysis targeting of oncogenes. The postdoctoral position will focus on the creation and characterization of bi-specific molecules that target oncogenic driver genes and immune modulators for degradation using cutting edge technology of drug discovery.

  Minimum Requirements:

  A Ph.D. in the field of biochemistry, cell biology, cancer biology, pharmacology, or therapeutics.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Experience with molecular cloning, protein purification, cancer cell line culturing, and xenograft cancer models are highly desirable but not required.

  To Apply:

  Please send a cover letter, CV, and names of references to [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Integrative Biology and Pharmacology - Autophagy Research

  Post-Doctoral Position in Autophagy Research

  Salary: Commensurate with experience
  Closing Date: Open until filled

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available in Dr. Yang Liu in the Dept. of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The Liu lab specializes in utilizing cell and molecular biological techniques along with animal models to understand the regulation and function of autophagy in physiological and pathological conditions. The current research focus in the Liu lab is to dissect the molecular mechanisms and physiological consequences of autophagy cargo selection during fasting, exercise and cancer development. Dr. Liu received the American Heart Association (AHA) Career Development Award and the University of Texas System Rising STARs Award to facilitate and promote research. For more information about Dr. Liu’s research, please visit https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4428-3562.

  Applicant Profile

  • D. in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology, or related discipline
  • Highly motivated and capable to conduct independent research
  • Strong communication and writing skills with a track record of research productivity
  • Experience with rodent animal models and tissue culture techniques highly desirable, but not required

  To Apply

  Email the following materials to [email protected]:

  • Cover letter with a brief statement of candidate’s research interest
  • CV or NIH biosketch
  • Names and contact info for three references

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Integrative Biology and Pharmacology - Cancer Cachexia

  A postdoctoral position to study cancer cachexia

  A Postdoctoral Fellow position funded by NIH is available immediately in Dr. Yi-Ping Li’s lab in the Dept. of Integrative Biology and Pharmacology, at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Prospective candidates will join a research team to study the molecular mechanism of cancer cachexia, a wasting syndrome characterized by progressive loss of muscle mass and function seen in half of all cancer patients, and a major cause of cancer-related death. NIH has issued several Provocative Questions in recent years solicitating research to address this understudied disorder.  Utilizing cell and molecular biological approaches, Dr. Li’s team has made significant progress recently in uncovering the signaling mechanisms of cancer cachexia using cell culture and animal models (DOI: 10.1038/s41467-017-00726-x|www.nature.com/naturecommunications, doi.org/10.1053/j.gastro.2018.10.026 and doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2200215119). The funded projects seek to extend the understanding of the molecular mechanisms of cancer cachexia that inflicts skeletal and cardiac muscles, as well as fat tissues, and to translate preclinical findings to clinical interventions of cancer cachexia. Highly motivated individuals with recent Ph.D. and strong background in cell biology, molecular biology and muscle physiology are encouraged to apply.  Salary is based on NIH scale.  Interested individuals should send CV and cover letter to Dr. Yi-Ping Li via e-mail: [email protected]. For more information about the laboratory see https://med.uth.edu/ibp/faculty/yi-ping-li-phd/.

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Internal Medicine - Epigenetic regulation of vascular smooth muscle cell biology

  Postdoctoral Research Position in the Kwartler Lab

  A postdoctoral research position is available in the laboratory of Callie Kwartler, Ph.D. in the Division of Medical Genetics at McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (UTHealth). The Kwartler lab focuses on vascular smooth muscle cell development, with a particular focus on epigenetic regulation of smooth muscle identity.

  The available position entails a basic and translational research project on moyamoya disease, which causes pediatric-onset strokes and is primarily genetically triggered. To study this disease, we use human pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) differentiated into vascular smooth muscle cells (SMCs), Crispr/Cas9 gene correction, in vivo mouse experiments, cellular metabolism studies, and next generation sequencing.

  Our lab is newly established, which means the successful candidate will work closely and directly with Dr. Kwartler and will have a major impact in shaping the lab's culture. We are committed to building a productive research environment. Candidate will be paid according to NIH payscale and will have opportunities for career development based on their individual career goals.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Candidates must have a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent). Priority will be given to recent graduates or those with fewer than 2 years of postdoctoral research experience.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Successful candidates should have a strong background in molecular biology. Experience with stem cells, mouse models, or bioinformatics analysis of next generation sequencing datasets preferred. We prioritize hiring team members with creative and critical thinking skills and the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

  To Apply: 

  Please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for 2-4 references to Dr. Kwartler at [email protected] 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Internal Medicine - Identifying causative genes for vascular diseases

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Medical Genetics

  Postdoctoral research fellowships are available in the research program lead by Dianna M. Milewicz, MD, PhD in the Division of Medical Genetics at McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (UTHealth). Research is focused on identifying causative genes for vascular diseases and rigorously address the mechanistic link between the mutant gene and the resulting vascular disease, using cell cultures, iPSCs, and mouse model systems. Vascular diseases include aortic dissections, thoracic aortic aneurysms, early onset coronary artery disease, and large artery cerebrovascular disease. The research environment is highly collaborative and productive, involving graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty members, senior scientists, genetic counselors, technicians, research nurses and coordinators. Candidates should be highly motivated for an independent career in biomedical research and expertise in one or more of the following areas: genetics, cell and molecular biology, iPSCs, and/or animal models of disease.

  Minimum Requirements:

  MD or PhD degree with a minimum of 1 year research experience

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Be highly motivated for an independent career in biomedical research and expertise in one or more of the following areas: genetics, cell and molecular biology, iPSCs, and/or animal models of disease.

  To Apply:

  Please submit a cover letter with a brief description of research experience, CV and the names and contract information for three references to [email protected]. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Microbiology and Molecular Genetics - transcriptional heterogeneity in bacterial pathogenesis

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Bacterial Pathogenesis

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available to study gene expression variation in microbial pathogens, within the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at UTHealth McGovern Medical School. This is a new laboratory that focuses on applying advanced transcriptional analysis techniques, particularly single-cell transcriptomics, to understand diversity in microbial populations (e.g., see Pountain et al. 2024, Nature). This project will combine molecular microbiology, sequencing technologies, and computational analysis, and it aims to provide a new understanding of how fate decisions are made in pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus upon their interactions with the host. As such, successful applicants will have the opportunity to learn cutting-edge experimental and computational techniques in the rapidly emerging field of microbial single-cell sequencing, developing a hybrid skillset. Salary and benefits will follow NIH and UTHealth guidelines.

  Minimum Requirements:

  A PhD or equivalent degree is required. Applications from candidates with experience in microbial pathogens, bacterial genetics, and/or computational analysis are encouraged, but other backgrounds will also be considered. The ability to communicate and work respectfully with other colleagues is essential.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, creative, and enthusiastic about new skills development. While an extensive coding background is not required, candidates must be willing to learn in order to take this project forward. The ideal candidate should expect to be supported through mentorship but also to play a leading role in the conception and development of this project.

  Required Application Materials:

  Applicants should provide a CV, references, and a cover letter explaining their interest in the lab, how they believe this project will contribute to their own personal development, and what contribution they hope to bring. Please send materials to [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Mitchell Center for Alzheimer's disease - Study the role of protein misfolding in neurodegenerative diseases and design of translational approaches for treatment and diagnosis

  Postdoctoral position in studies of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases 

  We are searching for motivated and ambitious postdoctoral fellows, who share our view of performing high impact, high innovation research as well as to translate the knowledge generated in the lab into novel strategies for treatment and diagnosis of various neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's and prion diseases among others. We are searching for people with a variety of expertise to complement and expand the existing expertise available in our lab.

  We study the molecular basis of degenerative diseases associated with misfolding and accumulation of proteins, particularly focusing in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and prion-related disorders. We perform multidisciplinary research, aiming for highly innovative discoveries and rapid translation to medical solutions. Our goal is to produce knowledge that will have a profound impact in Science and Society, by combining high innovation with attacking the most important problems in modern biomedicine and aiming to translate the knowledge into clinical advances. Our lab has maintained funding to support an average of 25 members for the last 20 years. We strongly value creativity and courage to question existing knowledge. Collegiality and team spirit of the lab members provide an environment that promotes sharing of ideas and expertise, which are values that we look for in a prospective postdoctoral candidate.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD

  To Apply: 

  1. A cover letter indicating the candidate interest and ideally a brief proposal for a highly innovative project that the applicant will be interested to address in our field.
  2. An updated Curriculum Vitae, preferably in the current NIH Bio sketch format.
  3. The names of 3 referees, who can attest to your scientific/intellectual achievements and your collegiality.

  Send all materials to [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Basic Mechanisms of Stroke Recovery

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  A postdoctoral position is available at the BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration, and Stroke) Research Laboratory, in Department of Neurology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). The BRAINS Research Laboratory is one of the largest Neuroscience research groups in the nation. It promotes interdisciplinary collaborations and offers tremendous career development resources to fellows. The laboratory investigates the mechanisms to enhance stroke recovery; the position involves studies focusing on the interplay between post-stroke depression and chronic recovery. This position offers a unique opportunity to interact with several principal investigators, post-docs, and students working in the BRAINS lab. In addition to in-lab training, postdocs can benefit from the supplemental certificate training program offered by the UTHealth Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (https://www.uth.edu/postdocs/) on responsible conduct in research, presentation, and teaching skills for career development.

  Minimum Requirements:

  We are seeking a highly self-motivated individual with a recent Ph.D. in Neuroscience / Immunology/Pharmacology/Biomedical Sciences and related publications.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Applicants with experience in handling lab mice, behavioral testing in rodent models, molecular and cellular techniques, such as flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, PCR and RNA work, are preferred. Skills in data analysis, bioinformatics, and good writing skills would be desirable. Candidate is expected to be collaborative and have good verbal and written communication skills.

  Required Application Materials:

  To apply for this position, send your CV, a brief cover letter indicating prior research experience and career goals, and the names and contact details of 3 references as a single pdf file to Dr. Venugopal Reddy Venna ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Integrative omics research and artificial intelligence

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow

  A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration, and Stroke) Research Laboratory, the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) at Houston. The BRAINS Research Laboratory is one of the biggest Neuroscience research groups worldwide that consists of total 14 well-established PIs, and we study molecular/genetic mechanisms and identify biomarkers underlying various central nervous system (CNS) malignancies and disorders, including Glioblastoma, Cerebrovascular diseases, BBB disruption, Alzheimer’s Disease, TBI, etc. This multidisciplinary research group provides tremendous training resources to postdoctoral fellows that aim at independent faculty level career development. This position will mainly focus on developing and/or applying computational pipelines/machine learning methods for integrative omics data analyses in various CNS-related diseases, at both the bulk and single-cell level.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Most recent PhD graduate
  Coding experience with R/python >= 3 years

  Description of the Qualified Candidates:

  The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD graduate with a strong background of computational biology and artificial intelligence applications.

  To Apply:

  To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact info of 3 references to Dr. Huihui Fan ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Mechanisms underlying Cardioembolic strokes and Vascular Dementia

  Postdoctoral Fellow Position Opening at UTHSC Houston

  A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration, and Stroke) Research Laboratory, at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC) in Houston. The BRAINS Research Laboratory is one of the biggest Neuroscience research groups worldwide that consists of thirteen well-established PIs, and we study molecular/genetic mechanisms underlying various CNS disorders, including Stroke, Atrial fibrillation, Cerebral amyloid angiopathy, Vascular dementia, BBB disruption, Alzheimer’s Disease, etc. This multidisciplinary research group provides tremendous training resources to postdoctoral fellows that aim at independent faculty level career development. This current position will focus on identifying sex differences in cardio-embolism (study of atrial fibrillation) and cerebral amyloid angiopathy. Experience in mouse handling, minor surgeries like subcutaneous implants, animal cognitive behavior testing, flow cytometry, ELISA is preferred. State of the art, brain 7T MRI imaging and RNA sequencing will be utilized in this project and part of the postdoctoral training.

  The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD with a strong publication record and experience in above techniques. To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact info of 3 references to Dr. Bharti Manwani, [email protected].

  Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and based on the prevailing wage of postdoctoral research trainees set by the U.S. Department of Labor. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general. Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, sports, music, and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development.

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Non-conventional DNA and RNA structures in aging and neurodegeneration

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Neurology at the University of Texas, Houston, to study how non-conventional DNA and RNA structures (e.g., G-quadruplexes, i-motifs, etc) regulate brain aging and age-associated brain diseases. To study these structures, we use multiple approaches, including molecular, cell, and chemical biology and microscopy techniques.

  Further information about us can be found on our website: https://med.uth.edu/neurology/brains-research-laboratory/mccullough-lab-faculties/dr-andrey-tsvetkovs-lab/

  Andrey’s publications:
  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/1xkHeaTpfmtQ5/bibliography/public/

  Minimum Requirements:

  Requirements: motivated and recent Ph.D graduates. Candidates with a strong cell and molecular biology background are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have experience in primary culturing, cell imaging, and mouse models.

  To Apply:

  Please submit your CV and statement of interest to Dr. Andrey Tsvetkov: [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Sex-specific Mechanisms involved in Ischemic Stroke

  The Chauhan Lab at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is seeking a postdoctoral fellow. The lab focuses on understanding the sex-specific mechanisms involved in ischemic stroke with the aim to facilitate sex-specific drug discovery. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic, fast-paced group, and study the role of endogenous signaling molecules including, immune cells, and non-immune cells in our translational stroke models.

  Responsibilities

  • Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research projects and objectives during the postdoctoral appointment.
  • Works independently on funded projects designed by the mentor and collaboratively with the mentor within the interest of the lab.
  • Detailed data collection, and apply novel data analysis workflows as needed.
  • Conduct hypotheses-driven experiments and progress continuously.
  • Prepare manuscripts and scientific presentations for novel findings.

  Required experience and skills

  • Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures including rodent handling, rodent behavior, techniques (Western blotting, PCR, ELISA, immunohistochemistry), and flow cytometry.
  • Demonstrate mature lab skills and a strong interest in lab-based analytical work.
  • Proven record of innovation with publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at leading scientific conferences.
  • Must be highly motivated, self-initiating, and have a keen sense of urgency.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to excel in a team-interactive environment.

  Minimum Qualifications

  Ph.D. or MD or the equivalent education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired. Some experience in surgery, and skills in bioinformatic analyses of large-scale/big data (RNA sequencing) would be an advantage.

  Minimum Competencies

  Must have good computer skills, including good English language and writing skills

  Please apply by email AND send a cover letter, personal statement, CV, and contact information of three references to Dr. Anjali Chauhan for consideration ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology - Strategies for treating and diagnosing inflammatory neuropathies

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in studies of Inflammatory Neuropathies

  We are searching for motivated and ambitious postdoctoral fellows who share our commitment to conducting impactful and innovative research, and translating lab-generated knowledge into novel strategies for treating and diagnosing various inflammatory neuropathies.

  Our laboratory focusses on the pathophysiology and treatment of autoimmune neuropathies, including Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) or chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). Unlike the central nervous system, neurons in the peripheral nervous system have the capacity to regenerate. However, achieving satisfactory nerve repair after injury requires an orchestrated interplay of immune responses with glial cells and neurons. We apply different approaches to delineate the distinct roles of systemic and endoneurial immune responses, including immune cell responses (macrophages and T cells) and chemokines/cytokines production, etc., in disease development. Additionally, we explore novel therapeutic strategies to promote nerve repair in patients with peripheral neuropathies by modulating immune responses. Our goal is to generate knowledge that significantly impacts both science and society. Finally, our laboratory is characterized by an outstanding interpersonal support, accompanied by the great scientific and interpersonal skills of our PIs, which creates an enjoyable working environment.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Candidates with experience in animal research and expertise in molecular techniques are preferred.

  To Apply:

  E-mail the following to Kazim Sheikh, MD & Gang Zhang, MD, PhD

  1. A cover letter highlighting your relevant research experience, skills, and accomplishments.
  2. A recently updated CV, preferably formatted in the current NIH Biosketch style.
  3. Contact details for three references who can attest to your qualifications and research capabilities.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurology – Integrative omics data research using computational approaches

  Postdoctoral Fellow Position Opening at UTHealth, Houston USA

  A postdoctoral fellowship position is available at the BRAINS (Brain, Rejuvenation, Aging, Inflammation, Neurodegeneration, and Stroke) Research Laboratory at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The BRAINS Research Laboratory is one of the biggest Neuroscience research groups worldwide that consists of total 13 well-established PIs, and we study molecular/genetic mechanisms and identify biomarkers underlying various CNS malignancies and disorders, including Glioblastoma, Cerebrovascular diseases, BBB disruption, Alzheimer’s Disease, TBI, etc. This multidisciplinary research group provides tremendous training resources to postdoctoral fellows that aim at independent faculty level career development. This position will mainly focus on developing computational pipelines for integrative omics data analyses in various CNS diseases, at both the bulk and single-cell level.

  The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD with a strong background of computational biology and artificial intelligence applications. To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact info of 3 references to Dr. Huihui Fan ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Cerebrovascular Biology

  A postdoctoral position is available immediately to study the development and maintenance of blood-brain barrier (BBB) in the CNS endothelial cells in the Department of Neurosurgery, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas.

  The blood-brain barrier protects the brain from circulating toxins and foreign bodies. Compromise in BBB integrity is reported in several neurological diseases including stroke, traumatic brain injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and neurodegenerative diseases. We have been using various epigenetic, molecular, transgenic and gene targeting approaches to study the BBB gene regulation in CNS endothelial cells and target this regulatory mechanism to restore BBB.

  NIH scale salary and excellent work environment are offered. Self-motivated individuals with a Ph.D. degree in any area of biomedical sciences and especially those who are skilled in epigenetic, molecular biology and animal experience are encouraged to apply. Please send CV and names of three references to [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Cerebrovascular Research Lab: Molecular mechanisms in stroke and brain arteriovenous malformation

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

  One Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the Cerebrovascular Research Laboratory at the Department of Neurosurgery, McGovern Medical School, UTHealth

  Cerebrovascular Research Lab (PI: Eunhee Kim): Our research is focused on understanding molecular mechanisms in stroke and brain arteriovenous malformation (bAVM). Our ultimate research goal is to translate the findings into novel therapeutic strategies for the patients.

  Eunhee Kim, Phd Faculty Page: https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/faculty/eunhee-kim-phd/ 

  Laboratory of Eunhee Kim, PhD: https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/laboratory-of-eunhee-kim-ph-d/ 

  Stroke is one of the major causes of disability and death worldwide, however there are limited treatment options available for the stroke patients. Several risk factors such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes have been involved in the higher stroke incidence and poorer outcomes, but the underlying mechanism(s) of the negative impact is not clear. By incorporating the risk factors in animal models of stroke, we are particularly interested in investigating how post-stroke stress response is regulated in the comorbid conditions, and how it affects stroke-induced immune response and stroke outcomes including acute injury and long-term recovery.

  Another line of research is focused on understanding the pathophysiology of brain arteriovenous malformation (bAVM). The bAVM is a critical risk factor for hemorrhagic stroke in young patients however, the etiology and pathology of bAVM are largely unknown. We are currently investigating the role of several molecular factors related to endothelial dysfunction, angiogenesis, and inflammation in bAVM pathophysiology. By modulating the factors in vivo and in vitro, the ongoing bAVM research includes generating a clinically-relevant bAVM animal models and defining the underlying mechanisms in bAVM formation and pathology, and investigating the subsequent impact of bAVM in cerebral hemorrhage. We recently found the role of KRAS mutation in bAVM development and published the data in Annals of Neurology (Park et al., 2021 Annals of Neurology, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33675084/).

  We actively collaborate with clinicians by sharing the resources from human patients. Our translational approaches using animal models and collaborating with clinical teams will narrow the gap between the pre-clinical and clinical setting and facilitate our ultimate goal, the development of therapeutic strategies for patients.

  Fellowship specifics: The postdoctoral fellow will participate in the technical and conceptual support of the projects. Briefly, the fellow will design and perform experiments including animal modeling, molecular works, and image analyses. The fellow will 1) search the study-related literature and information to support our projects and 2) contribute to reporting new findings from our research by writing and publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals, and 3) present in scientific conferences. The fellow will assist with developing collaborative projects within and outside of the lab throughout the basic and clinical parts. While the fellow is trained in methods and concepts of basic and clinical research, he/she will obtain mentorship and career development guidance to develop his/her future research career as an independent scientist.

  Position Requirements: Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience or Biology (or Ph.D. candidate)

  Salary Range: UTHealth Houston requires that Postdoctoral Research Fellow salaries meet the NIH/NRSA salary guidelines. Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general.

  To apply for this position: Please attach the application to [email protected] with a Curriculum Vitae and a brief description of your research interests.

  Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, sports, music, and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center that is the biggest medical center worldwide, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development. UTHealth is an EOE/AA employer.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Endothelial Signaling in Cerebrovascular Disoders

  Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Cerebrovascular Research

  A postdoctoral position is available to study how endothelial signaling regulates cerebrovascular integrity under pathophysiological conditions such as intracranial aneurysm formation, growth and rupture. Intracranial aneurysm is a cerebrovascular disorder mainly affecting the arterial integrity in the brain. The rupture of an intracranial aneurysm causes subarachnoid hemorrhage, the most devastating form of stroke, and is responsible for high morbidity and mortality in patients.

  The candidate will benefit from a multi-disciplinary training experience in a highly collaborative environment. The main approaches used in our lab include, but are not limited to, human genetics, mouse and zebrafish models, signaling mechanisms in primary cell culture system, advanced imaging modalities such as micro-CT and MRI. We have long-term collaborations with clinicians and successfully identified several aneurysm genes from patient samples by genetic approaches. Our lab recently developed multiple new animal models for studying the pathophysiology of intracranial aneurysms. We applied the CRISPR-CAS9 technique to human endothelial cells for loss-of-function analyses in signaling pathways. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain the combined training in both in vivo aneurysm models and in vitro biochemical techniques such as, quantitative RT-PCR, immunohistochemistry, carotid artery surgery, stereotaxic injection, minipump implantation, behavioral testing, among others.

  Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and is characterized by its low cost of living in comparison to other major metropolitan areas. As the largest medical center in the world, the TMC has a robust scientific community that includes multiple institutions including Baylor College of Medicine, Methodist Research Institute, Texas A&M IBT, and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center with whom we share a joint Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS).

  To Apply: 

  Interested applicants should be highly motivated and have a Ph.D. degree with a research background preferably in mouse genetics and vascular research. Prior publication in internationally recognized journals is required. To apply for this position, please send a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references in a single pdf file to: [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Intracranial Aneurysm Research

  Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Intracranial Aneurysm Research

  A postdoctoral fellow positions is available in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, to identify and study the genes that play causative roles in intracranial aneurysms with an emphasis on analyses in mice. The rupture of an intracranial aneurysm causes subarachnoid hemorrhage, a type of stroke that is responsible for >25% of years lost among all stroke victims under the age of 65.

  Recently, we discovered the first gene whose mutation is implicated in intracranial aneurysm (both familial and sporadic cases) and have confirmed its contribution to pathogenesis using a mouse loss-of-function model. The major research interests in the lab are: (2) to elucidate the functions of identified aneurysm gene(s) using cell based and animal models; (2) to characterize additional novel aneurysm genes using both candidate and genome-wide techniques; (3) to translate these discoveries into potential new therapies. Projects rely upon in vitro methodologies, cell culture studies, high-throughput genomics, and in vivo functional analyses in genetically engineered mouse models and zebrafish.

  Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and is characterized by its low cost of living in comparison to other major metropolitan areas. As the largest medical center in the world, the TMC has a robust scientific community that includes multiple institutions including Baylor College of Medicine, Methodist Research Institute, Texas A&M IBT, and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center with whom we share a joint Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS).

  Qualifications

  Interested applicants should be highly motivated and have a Ph.D. degree with a strong background in molecular biology and preferably mouse genetics and cerebrovascular research. Prior publication in internationally recognized journals is required and candidates should possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

  To Apply

  Please send a cover letter, a brief description of research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references in a single pdf file to: [email protected]. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, & traumatic brain injury

  A postdoctoral fellowship position is available to conduct research in the field of ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury. The ideal candidate will be an MD, PhD or MD, PhD graduate with a strong background or interest in neuroscience, stroke and neurocritical care. The project will involve a multidisciplinary approach combining: culturing of  human and murine cell lines (endothelia, microglia, and neurons), transfection of cells with siRNA and shRNA, breeding of Cre-Loxp mice, handling and dissection of mice and collection of brain tissue for molecular and cellular assays, isolation and culturing of mouse  primary brain endothelia cells, microglia, neurons, isolation and analysis of RNA from cells and tissues (real-time PCR, RNA-seq), confocal microscopy, western blot. Experience with molecular biology and/or next generation sequencing techniques (e.g., bioinformatics, targeted NGS panels, RNA-Seq, WES) is desirable but not required. The candidate must be a self-starter, motivated, and enthusiastic scientist. It is anticipated that the individuals selected will take responsibility for designing and carrying out research projects, assembling results of research into manuscripts for publications, and participate in laboratory maintenance. Additionally, the individuals will participate in the preparation of grants for submission to funding agencies and in providing guidance and assistance to other student members of the laboratory.

  The postdoctoral researcher will work under the guidance of Dr. Xuefang Sophie Ren, MD, Phd. (Assistant professor, Department of Neurosurgery). To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact info of 3 references to  [email protected]

  Dr. Ren Laboratory website:

  https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/laboratory-of-dr-xuefang-sophie-ren/

  Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and based on the prevailing wage of postdoctoral research trainees set by the U.S. Department of Labor. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general. Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, sports, music, and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center that is the biggest medical center worldwide, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Mechanisms Controlling the Formation, Maintenance, and Repair of the Blood-brain Barrier

  Postdoctoral Fellow, UTHealth Houston

  The Pandit Lab in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow to participate in NIH/NINDS-funded studies as part of an ongoing lab effort to uncover the mechanisms that control the formation, maintenance, and repair of the blood-brain barrier, incorporating genetic, biochemical, neuroanatomical, and behavioral approaches and transgenic mouse models.

  The Postdoctoral Fellow will take the lead in conducting and coordinating a wide array of experiments and procedures, for example, ischemic stroke mouse model, ChIP-qPCR, isolation of endothelial cells from the brain, brain slice preparations coupled with, embryonic injections and neuropharmacology in the developing and mature brain, immunohistochemistry, Western blot analysis, and behavioral testing.

  The Pandit Lab encourages each trainee to explore and develop his/her own research directions. UTHealth Houston offers outstanding collaborative research and learning environment. The PI is committed to mentoring postdoctoral fellows to achieve their professional and career aspirations.

  Minimum requirements include (1) Ph.D. in neuroscience or related discipline, (2) working expertise in at least two of the above-mentioned experimental approaches, (3) strong motivation to learning new experimental approaches, (4) ability to function independently and as part of a research team, and (5) commitment toward achieving scientific and career goals. A start date in 2021 is preferred.

  Please send a cover letter describing research experience, interests, and aspirations, CV, and contact information of 3 referees to Dr. Peeyush Pandit at [email protected]

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

   

• Neurosurgery - RNA/Breast Cancer Research

  Postdoctoral position in RNA Biology/Breast Cancer Research

  A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the lab of Dr. John Hagan at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) located within the Texas Medical Center (TMC). Our research is focused on elucidating the functions of a newly discovered form of posttranscriptional gene regulation mediated by 3’ RNA uridylation that plays critical roles in mammalian development and disease, including cancer. Uridylation is a form of epitranscriptomics where the non-templated addition of uridine(s) controls directly mRNA stability and microRNA biogenesis.

  The major interests in the lab are: (1) to elucidate the functions of the TUTases including Zcchc11 that regulates the tumor suppressor let-7 microRNA family via the oncogene and reprogramming factor LIN28A; (2) to determine how 3’ RNA uridylation drives poor prognosis in breast cancer and gliomas, independent of the LIN28/let-7 pathway; (3) to translate these discoveries into potential new therapies. Projects rely upon biochemistry, cell culture studies, high-throughput genomics, and in vivo functional analyses in genetically engineered mouse models with an emphasis on breast cancer models.

  Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and is characterized by its low cost of living in comparison to other major metropolitan areas. As the largest medical center in the world, the TMC has a robust scientific community that includes multiple institutions including Baylor College of Medicine, Methodist Research Institute, Texas A&M IBT, and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center with whom we share a joint Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS).

  Qualifications

  Interested applicants should be highly motivated and have a Ph.D. degree with a strong background in molecular biology and mouse studies. Prior publication in internationally recognized journals is required and candidates should be fluent in spoken and written English.

  To Apply

  Please send a cover letter that includes a brief description of research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references in a single pdf file to: [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery - Study human brain function using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)

  Postdoctoral Associate

  Position Summary:

  UTHealth Houston is located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the world’s largest medical center. UTHealth Houston in the TMC provides a unique environment to facilitate collaborations among labs with dynamic interactions between researchers and clinicians.

  A new position in the field of bioengineering and translational research is available for a highly enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellow to lead NIH-funded research to study human brain function using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). We utilize a mixture of human experiments and computational modeling to enable detailed measurements of the physics and physiology of human brain function. We believe that fMRI provides an extremely informative window in brain function when interpreted as a quantitative metric of metabolic substrates rather than a rough correlate of neuronal electrical activity.

  A candidate who wants to advance her/his career in Academia is highly desirable. The successful candidate expects to submit her/his own training grant within 4 years at the end of the postdoctoral training to advance her/his independent career.

  Please email 1) a cover letter including their research interests, 2) a CV, and 3) a list of at least 3 references to Jung Hwan Kim, Ph.D. [email protected]

  Position Key Accountabilities:

  The role requires various abilities to work independently and as part of various multidisciplinary teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will work with various collaborative and innovative research teams consisting of scientists, engineers and clinicians in the fields of cognitive neuroscience, MR physics, neurology and neurosurgery. The lab currently collaborates with various teams in Siemens, the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, University of Southern California and Max Planck Institute at Tubingen (Germany). The lab has immediate access to two top-of-the-line Siemens Prisma 3T scanners, as well as a Siemens Terra 7T scanner at Methodist Hospital (the first 7T human scanner in Texas). Computational work makes use of a local cluster of high-performance compute and file servers owned exclusively by our lab.

  • Designs, executes, and analyzes experiments that investigate the physics and physiology of brain function for project goals.
  • Develops appropriate stimuli for experiments using tools, such as the PsychToolbox.
  • Configures protocols on local MRI scanners.
  • Recruits and scans subjects, then analyze results.

   

  Certification/Skills:

  • Matlab (high proficiency is required)
  • MRI data analysis (e.g., AFNI, FSL, SPM, and Freesurfer), image processing
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office for publication and grant writing
  • Following skills are a plus:
    • Experience of the finite-difference method (FDM) and finite-volume method (FVM) analysis
    • Background of computational modeling of biological system
       

  Minimum Education

  • Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, Physics, Engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical), Physics or a related field.

   

  Minimum Experience

  • This position requires strong familiarity with MRI including the physics and physiology of fMRI.
  • Strong coding ability in Matlab or equivalent is highly desirable.
  • Basic understanding of MR pulse sequences and MRI physics is also desirable.
  • Background of computational modeling of biological system is a plus.

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery – Translational Cancer Biology and Cancer Therapeutics Lab

   Dr. Hui-Wen Lo’s Lab is recruiting energetic motivated postdoctoral fellows/associates who are interested in  translational cancer biology and novel therapeutics for hard-to-treat human cancers. The Lab is located at the McGovern Medical School within the Texas Medical Center. Dr. Lo has led a successful cancer research program for more than 16 years and have published more than 100 peer-reviewed publications. Her past postdoctoral fellows have successfully completed training and moved onto either academic faculty or industrial positions. More information about Dr. Lo and her lab can be found at https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/2022/11/01/hui-wen-lo-phd/ and https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/laboratory-of-hui-wen-lo-phd-ms-ma/

  Interested individuals please contact her via email, [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery- Ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury

  A postdoctoral fellowship position is available to conduct research in the field of ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury. The ideal candidate will be an MD, PhD or MD, PhD graduate with a strong background or interest in neuroscience, stroke and neurocritical care. The project will involve a multidisciplinary approach combining: culturing of  human and murine cell lines (endothelia, microglia, and neurons), transfection of cells with siRNA and shRNA, breeding of Cre-Loxp mice, handling and dissection of mice and collection of brain tissue for molecular and cellular assays, isolation and culturing of mouse  primary brain endothelia cells, microglia, neurons, isolation and analysis of RNA from cells and tissues (real-time PCR, RNA-seq), confocal microscopy, western blot. Experience with molecular biology and/or next generation sequencing techniques (e.g., bioinformatics, targeted NGS panels, RNA-Seq, WES) is desirable but not required. The candidate must be a self-starter, motivated, and enthusiastic scientist. It is anticipated that the individuals selected will take responsibility for designing and carrying out research projects, assembling results of research into manuscripts for publications, and participate in laboratory maintenance. Additionally, the individuals will participate in the preparation of grants for submission to funding agencies and in providing guidance and assistance to other student members of the laboratory.

  The postdoctoral researcher will work under the guidance of Dr. Xuefang Sophie Ren, MD, Phd. (Assistant professor, Department of Neurosurgery). To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact info of 3 references to  [email protected]

  Dr. Ren Laboratory website:

  https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/laboratory-of-dr-xuefang-sophie-ren/

  Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general. Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, diversity, sports, music and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center that is the biggest medical center worldwide, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery- Neurobiology of Epilepsy

  Postdoctoral Fellowship in the Neurobiology of Epilepsy

  Postdoctoral research positions are available in the Tandon Lab at The University of Texas in Houston (UTHealth; https://www.uth.edu/) as part of the newly formed Texas Institute for Restorative Neurotechnologies (TIRN; https://www.uth.edu/tirn/). The position is fully funded via a multi-year NIH (UH3) grant for the experimental trial of implantable neurostimulation devices in humans. 

  Applicants must have an interest in the neurobiology of epilepsy or epilepsy modulation using novel devices and stimulation parameters. Ideal candidates will be MD, PhD or MD/PhD graduates with a background or interest in neural time series analysis and the neuroscience of epilepsy or related diseases of the central nervous system. They must be able to independently code in any or all of the following: MATLAB, R or Python. Experience with electronic devices and an interest in engineering principles is desirable but not required. 

  The candidates must be self-starters, motivated, and enthusiastic scientists. It is anticipated that the individuals selected will take responsibility for carrying out research projects, assembling results of research into manuscripts for publication, and participate in laboratory maintenance. Additionally, the individuals will participate in the preparation of grants for submission to funding agencies and in providing guidance and assistance to other student members of the laboratory. 

  The postdoctoral researchers will work under the guidance of Nitin Tandon, MD (Neurosurgeon, Chair ad interim, Department of Neurosurgery and Director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program at Memorial Hermann Hospital) in his lab that focuses on treating epilepsy and improving epilepsy patient outcomes. 

  To Apply: 

  To apply for this position, send your CV with names/contact information of three references to [email protected] and [email protected]. 

  Dr. Tandon Laboratory website: 

  https://med.uth.edu/neurosurgery/tandon-lab/ 

  http://www.tandonlab.org 

  Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and based on the prevailing wage of postdoctoral research trainees set by the U.S. Department of Labor. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general. Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, sports, music, and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center that is the biggest medical center worldwide, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Neurosurgery- Role of glia in the cross-talk between cells in the blood-brain barrier (BBB), blood immune cells, neurons

  Postdoctoral Research Fellowship position is available in the Laboratory of Glia Biology

  Background:

  This Glia biology laboratory focuses on the studies related to brain arteriovenous malformation (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33675084/), hemorrhagic or ischemic stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and Aging. Primarily, we are interested in the role of glia in the cross-talk between cells in the blood-brain barrier (BBB), blood immune cells, neurons. Using the cerebrovascular disease and neurological disease mouse model, we will investigate the molecular and genetic mechanisms, biomarkers, and immune system changes. In addition, we collaborate with research clinicians by sharing the resources from human patients. The translational approaches using animal models with risk factors and collaborating with clinical teams will narrow the gap between the pre-clinical and clinical setting and facilitate our ultimate goal, the development of therapeutic strategies for patients. We are also currently exploring the brain injury mechanisms against COVID-19 infection using human blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) (the samples are biologically deactivated).

  Fellowship specifics:

  The postdoctoral fellow will participate in the technical and conceptual support of the projects. Briefly, the fellow will design and perform experiments including animal modeling, molecular works, and image analyses. The fellow will 1) search the study-related literature and information to support our projects and 2) contribute to reporting new findings from our research by writing and publishing articles in peer-reviewed journals, and 3) present in scientific conferences. The fellow will assist with developing collaborative projects within and outside of the lab throughout the basic and clinical parts. While the fellow is trained in methods and concepts of basic and clinical research, he/she will obtain mentorship and career development guidance to develop his/her future research career as an independent scientist.

  Education level: PhD in Neuroscience field

  Training: Laboratory and field research/experimentation in neuroscience

  To apply for this position:

  Applications should email to [email protected] with a curriculum vitae, two pages of brief research interests (Past, current, and future) and contact information for 3 references.

  Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience and based on the prevailing wage of postdoctoral research trainees set by the NIH. Full-scale state employee benefits will be provided in general. Houston is a dynamic world-class city that is alive with energy and rich in culture, history, sports, music, and cuisine. Located in Texas Medical Center that is the biggest medical center worldwide, UTHSC Houston is an excellent academic environment and provides plentiful opportunities for career development. UTHealth is an EOE/AA employer.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Orthopaedic Surgery-Improving lower limb biomechanics in transfemoral amputees

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Lower Limb Biomechanics

  Are you passionate about advancing biomechanics to enhance lives? Join the Human Biomotion Lab at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (UTHSC-Houston) for a transformative postdoctoral position in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

  Our lab is at the forefront of investigating the impact of Somatosensory Augmentation on Gait Biomechanics, Postural Balance, and Prosthetic Perception in transfemoral amputees. Here, you'll immerse yourself in pioneering research, working alongside a collaborative team of clinician-scientists and engineers.

  As a postdoctoral fellow, you'll drive a groundbreaking longitudinal study on the effect of somatosensory biofeedback devices on mobility, balance, and prosthetic perception in transfemoral amputees. You'll leverage our state-of-the-art biomechanical assessment machines, receiving mentorship from Dr. Payam Zandiyeh and help from a team of experts.

  This is a full-time position, renewable upon satisfactory performance and funding availability.

  In this role, you'll collect and analyze data, contribute to publications, and spearhead the development of MATLAB codes for advanced lower limb biomechanical analyses. Your work will directly impact patient care and shape future advancements in the field.

  Salary and stipends are commensurable with experience and granting standards at UTHealth. The position is available immediately.

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. The selected candidate must have a conferred Ph.D. upon hire.
  • Passionate commitment to scientific writing and publishing study findings.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  • Extensive experience conducting clinical research.
  • Knowledge and experience in biomechanical analyses using Visual3D or similar.
  • Strong programming skills in MATLAB.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong publication record of peer-reviewed journal papers and conference abstracts.
  • We prioritize hiring team members with creative and critical thinking skills and the ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

  To Apply:

  • Your updated CV or resume
  • Cover letter
  • Contact information for at least three professional references
  • Please forward the above-mentioned items to the hiring manager, Dr. Payam Zandiyeh ([email protected]).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Airway inflammation, Allergy and Asthma

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position or Research Scientist in Airway inflammation, Allergy and Asthma

  An exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral research scholar (or equivalent) has emerged within the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Texas, Houston. Our research laboratory is dedicated to advancing knowledge in airway mucosal immunology, with a specific focus on understanding the immunologic connection between the nose and lungs and investigating how nasal virus infections contribute to asthma exacerbation. This research endeavor is currently supported by an NIH R01 Grant.

  The successful candidate will work closely with the principal investigator, alongside fellows, residents, clinicians, medical students, and technicians, within a highly collaborative environment that integrates clinical and basic science. We strongly encourage independent and creative thinking. Key responsibilities include experimental design, data collection and analysis, maintaining detailed logbooks, troubleshooting experiments, and providing training to graduate students, residents, fellows, and research assistants. Additionally, the scholar will be tasked with manuscript preparation and staying abreast of relevant literature. Upholding strong research ethics and integrity is essential.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Candidates must hold a PhD in a biological science field.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Candidates should possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Essential lab experience includes virology, basic molecular biology techniques, immunology (such as analyzing APCs, T cells, B cells, and other innate immunocytes using immunologic methods), assessing humoral immune responses, handling mice (including generating mouse models and processing tissues), and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Previous training or experience in immunology, respiratory medicine/respiratory cell biology, RNA-sequencing, and previous training in microscopic surgery is desirable.

  Required Application Materials:

  A cover letter, CV, and reference information

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• Pediatric Surgery - Pediatric Neurosurgical Research Projects / Pediatric Brain MRI and Optical Imaging

  Position Summary:

  Manages the day-to-day activities for pediatric neurosurgical research projects of considerable scope and complexity.

  Position Key Accountabilities:

  1. Collects, evaluates, interprets, and documents research pediatric brain MRI and optical imaging data to accomplish the objectives of a variety of research projects.
  2. Uses Python, C++, R, MATLAB and common neuroimaging programs such as FSL, AFNI. 3D Slicer and Freesurfer to analyze neuroimaging data.
  3. Influences project direction and outcomes by identifying opportunities to enhance, terminate, or re-direct research activities.
  4. Helps in the recruiting and documentation of study participants.
  5. Evaluates and interprets data and provides results to investigators to support publication
  6. Maintains quality control checks and a safe environment in compliance with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.
  7. Assists in the preparation and writing of research reports, manuscripts, papers and grant proposals for presentation and publication.
  8. Attends laboratory meetings of affiliated co-investigators.
  9. Performs other duties as assigned.

   

  Certifications/Skills:

  • Certification for Protection of Human Research Subject may be required or must be completed within 5 days of employment.
  • Python coding experience
  • UNIX experience
  • Familiarity with neuroimaging software such as FSL, AFNI and Freesurfer
  • Matlab, C++ and R coding experience preferred
  • Web-development and Machine learning experience preferred

  Minimum Education:

  Ph.D. in research related field required. 

  Minimum Experience:

  2 years related research or clinical or other experience.

  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 mobile computer workstation.

  Security Sensitive: 

  This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Cognition & Neuroimaging of Acute to Chronic Stroke

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Patient-Based Cognitive Neuroscience

  The Schnur laboratory at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship as part of the NIH project “Recovery of Language and Theory of Mind after Stroke”. The position is a full-time paid position starting Summer 2024.

  Our laboratory enrolls participants in the acute phase of stroke for behavioral testing and neuroimaging from three comprehensive stroke centers in the Houston Texas Medical Center. The goal of the project is to understand the neural, cognitive, and social communication systems which contribute to recovery of language in the year following stroke. We enjoy collaborations with research groups in Houston as well as nationally and internationally. Our laboratory is located within the TIRR Memorial Hermann Research Center in the center of Houston, a 10-minute walk to patient recruitment sites in the Texas Medical Center, 5-minutes from the Baylor College of Medicine’s Center for Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (CAMRI), and a 10-minute walk to the Houston METRO Rail. At CAMRI, we collect quantitative and functional neuroimaging from patients and neurotypical controls on a state-of-the art 3T Siemens Prisma scanner.

  Informal inquiries can be made to Dr. Tatiana Schnur ([email protected]). Ideally, candidates will begin in late summer 2024.

  Minimum Requirements:

  The successful candidate should have a PhD in a field related to cognitive neuroscience. Strong expertise in human fMRI and/or quantitative neuroimaging data analysis as evidenced by the Ph.D. thesis and/or publications is required.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Desirable additional qualifications include experience in cognitive psychology of language, with evidence of successful manuscript preparation.

  To Apply: 

  In addition, please prepare the below materials combined into one document (.doc or .pdf) and send to [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications mid-March.

  • a one-page cover letter (include specific examples of qualifications for the position, why the position is of interest, and your career goals)
  • CV
  • statement of research interests (up to 1-page, including relevant background for this position)
  • the name and email addresses of three references

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Neurorehabilitation and Autonomic Dysfunction Research

  Postdoctoral Fellow Neurorehabilitation Research

   Our goal is to improve the lives of those living with spinal cord injury.

  Join a team of experienced rehabilitation researchers with ongoing clinical trials in neuromodulation, neurogenic bladder, autonomic dysfunction, heart rate variability, spasticity, and neuropathic pain in the spinal cord injury (SCI) population, in both the acute and chronic setting.    

  We seek candidates with strong research potential who are highly motivated to conduct and develop systematic research in the domains of neurorehabilitation and autonomic dysfunction.  This is an opportunity for the candidate to develop major research strengths in SCI, clinical trials, neuromodulation, and autonomic dysfunction.  The candidate will have an opportunity to be part of all aspects of clinical trials- from the systematic review and retrospective studies, to the study design and statistical plan, to the IRB submission and pilot trials, and to the eventual grant application for a randomized control trial.  

  Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD) in rehabilitation science, neurophysiology or related area.  Applicants must have experience in human subjects research, data collection, and analyses

  The start date of the fellowship is flexible, but no later than September 1, 2021. Benefits include vacation, sick days, and health care coverage. Salary is commensurate with experience.

  To apply for this 2-3-year postdoctoral fellowship please email your CV, statement of research interests and experience, and contact information for two references to:

  Dr. Argy Stampas

  [email protected]

  Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation- Neuromodulation for stroke and spinal cord injury recovery

  Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Neurorehabilitation Research

  The NeuroRecovery Research Center at TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital is seeking a highly motivated researcher to contribute to ongoing projects. The research center is part of Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the University of Texas – Medical School at Houston. The research center is housed in TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital that allows easy and convenient access to patient populations, including stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputation and pain. TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital is ranked #2 in Rehabilitation according to US News and World Report.

  A successful candidate must have a Doctorate degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD) or Master’s degree (MSc) in rehabilitation science, rehabilitation engineering, neurophysiology or related areas. The candidate must be highly motivated to advance his/her research career in neurorehabilitation. Proficiency in Electroencephalography (EEG) data processing, LabView and MatLab are required. Experience with functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), EEG and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in human subjects is desired.

  The successful candidate is expected to contribute to ongoing projects on neuromodulation for stroke and spinal cord injury recovery. Development of new projects for possible grant proposal submission and collaboration with other faculty members are strongly encouraged. See our website for details: https://med.uth.edu/pmr/research/

  The position is available immediately. Benefits include vacation, sick days, and health care coverage. Salary is commensurate with experience.

  To Apply

  To apply for this position please email your CV, statement of research interests and experience, and contact information for two references to:

  Dr. Gerard Francisco

  [email protected]

  Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

  McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• Psychiatry - Neuroimaging and Psychosis Research

  Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Neuroimaging and Psychosis Research

  The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) has an open fellowship position with scientific focus on major neuropsychiatric disorders research using behavioral imaging, biomarker, Big Data, neuromodulation and/or genetics techniques.

  The position offers many opportunities to participate in large national and international studies on psychosis and other neuropsychiatric disorders with leading scientists in the field. Applicants with an interest in big data/machine learning methods, connectomics, diffusion, functional or spectroscopy imaging, neuromodulation, and/or brain-body systems research are the best fit.
  This position will be mentored by Drs. Elliot Hong and Peter Kochunov. Our primary goal is to foster rapid advance of our fellows to an independent researcher career.

  General educational activities including internal or external courses on statistics, data analysis, biological psychiatry, psychopathology, neuroimaging, and genetics, and other activities including journal clubs, meetings with invited outside senior researchers, conferences, and workshops on grant writing and individualized career development are provided or strongly encouraged.

  Applicants are expected to hold an advanced degree (Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D.) in computer science, biomedical engineering, psychology, neuroscience, psychiatry, medical physics, computational biology or related fields. This position is open to US and international scholars.

  Minimum Requirements:

  PhD, MD, and/or MD/PhD.

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  The fellowship will consider PhD, MD, or MD/PhD from various backgrounds from basic neuroscience, computer science to brain imaging and clinically trained candidates. 

  To Apply: 

  Applicants should send a brief statement of research interest and a resume to Dr. Kochunov Ph.D. or Dr. Hong, M.D., at [email protected] or [email protected]. 

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Bioinformatics - Center for Biomedical Semantics and Data Intelligence

  Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Position in Biomedical Informatics - Center for Biomedical Semantics and Data Intelligence 

  The School of Biomedical Informatics at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston announces a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow position focusing on biomedical data and knowledge integration/management, big data science, and machine learning approaches applied to health and health behavioral research including cancer research, clinical decision support, and patient communication.

  The position is under the direct supervision of Cui Tao, PhD to support a skilled computer scientist and informatician interested in developing a career in data science applied to biomedical informatics research. The position includes opportunities to receive training in data management, developing machine learning methods to analyze big biomedical data, proposal/paper writing, and developing an independent area of research. The candidate will also have opportunities in working closely with students including co-mentoring graduate/intern students and providing supports in lectures.

  Requirements for this position include having completed a PhD degree preferably from Computer Science, Statistics, biomedical informatics, or Engineering, demonstrated strong quantitative analytic skills including programming skills, and evidence in publishing research article related to biomedical informatics and computer sciences. his position offers a competitive stipend/salary, benefits, office space, and access to internal sources of pilot project support. Candidates should email a current CV and names of at least two references to Cui Tao ([email protected]),

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Biomedical Informatics - Biomedical AI/ML

  Postdoctoral Fellow – Biomedical AI/ML

  Overview: The groups of Drs. Kim and Jiang at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston are on the hunt for a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Fellow. This position is perfect for someone eager to lead groundbreaking research projects in multi-modal biomedical data analysis, leveraging advanced machine learning techniques to propel biomedical discovery and therapy development.

  Responsibilities:

  • Conduct innovative independent research under the guidance of Drs. Kim and Jiang, pushing the boundaries of biomedical AI/ML.
  • Develop and implement innovative machine learning models tailored for multimodal disease and drug data analysis, including clinical registries, imaging, genomics, protein sequences, and protein 3D structures.
  • Collaborate closely with domain experts in neuroscience and biology, translating complex data into actionable insights and scientific advancements.
  • Publish high-impact research findings in top-tier journals, highlighting novel methodologies and contributions to the biomedical field.

  Qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Informatics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, or a related discipline.
  • Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and applying contemporary machine learning techniques for biomedical data analysis, with proficiency in tools such as PyTorch and HuggingFace.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to articulate complex biomedical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • An independent and highly motivated researcher with a strong penchant for collaboration, capable of thriving in interdisciplinary teams alongside computational scientists and medical professionals.

  About Us:

  • Dr. Kim's lab, nestled within the Department of Health Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, is renowned for its innovative approach to analyzing multimodal data for complex disease research, supported by multiple prestigious research awards (National Institutes of Health R01s, RWJF HD4A). Dr. Kim authored 60+ articles with 900+ citations as a primary author, from prestigious data science conferences and high-impact translational journals. For more information about Dr. Kim and the lab's research focus, please visit yejinjkim.github.io.
  • Dr. Jiang is the Associate Vice President of Medical AI at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). He also holds the Department Chair of Data Science and artificial Intelligence position and is honored to be the Christopher Sarofim family professor. He is an expert on machine learning and privacy, with a focus on data and model harmonization. In the last six years, Dr. Jiang received R00, R13, R21, R01, U01, OT3, CPRIT Rising Stars, UT STARs awards as principal investigator, as well as distinguished and best paper awards from AMIA Summit on Clinical Research Informatics (CRI), Translational Bioinformatics (TBI), and Annual Symposium in 2012, 2013, 2016, 2020, and 2024.
  • The McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics stands as a beacon of excellence, dedicated to transforming patient care, disease prevention, and biomedical discovery through the power of AI, data science, and informatics.
  • Located in Houston's vibrant and diverse Texas Medical Center, UTHealth offers an enriching environment with access to unparalleled resources and collaboration opportunities.

  Why UTHealth?

  • Experience working in the largest and most comprehensive biomedical informatics program in Texas and the nation.
  • Enjoy a dynamic cultural atmosphere within a city known for its low cost of living.
  • Benefit from exceptional computing resources, including industry-level supercomputing GPUs.

  Stipend:

  • Annual stipend ranges from $56,500 to $68,000, commensurate with postdoctoral experience and following NIH guidelines.

  Application Process:

  To apply, please email the following documents to [email protected]

  • Cover letter including a brief statement of research interests.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Biomedical Informatics - Developing new methods in Statistical Genetics, Federated Machine Learning, and Single cell biology, Cancer Biology

  Position Description:

  Multiple research projects are available for GRA and Postdoctoral researchers at SAFE/CPH with Dr. Arif Harmanci at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics. Projects involve developing new methods using multimodal and high-throughput molecular, phenotype, clinical, and imaging databases in following:

  • Statistical Genetics
  • Federated Machine Learning
  • Single cell biology, Cancer Biology

  Responsibilities

  • Integrate into a highly collaborative and very dynamic research team consisting multiple laboratories
  • Perform exploratory analysis and build hypothesis
  • Develop cutting edge statistical/ML tools for solving problems
  • Written and oral communication of results, manuscript drafting, and building presentations for weekly meetings and for disseminating results

  Requirements

  • Established coding skills preferably in R/Python/C/C++
  • Understanding of statistical concepts and/or machine learning concepts
  • Ability to use a development environment in Linux/Jupyter or similar platforms
  • Able to integrate into fast-paced projects in a large team of researchers
  • Ability to use external libraries using repository management tools, communicate with other developers
  • Good written communication skills

  Interested Applicants:

  Email following to [email protected]

  • Current CV
  • List of references
  • One paragraph of which project you would like to work in

  The positions are available through multiple projects in joint laboratories funded by multiple agencies and will be filled on a regular basis.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Biomedical Informatics - Development of advanced data mining and machine learning algorithms for analyzing big biomedical data

  We have an open position of Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in the School of Biomedical Informatics (SBMI), University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston).

  The successful candidate will conduct innovative and reproducible research in biomedical data science. Develop data mining, analytics, and informatics algorithms.

  The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will also participate in the following duties:

  • Development of advanced data mining and machine learning algorithms for analyzing big biomedical data;
  • Present and report results of data analytics projects in written scientific manuscripts;
  • Facilitate grant proposal writing and development;
  • Explore advanced research areas in health information technology;
  • Co-mentor graduate students in research projects;
  • Other duties as assigned

  Qualifications:

  • PhD degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, biomedical informatics, or a related field;
  • Experienced with data mining and deep learning methods
  • Proficient with computer programming languages such as Python and Java
  • Strong written and oral English communication skills
  • Two years of experience in performing research in biomedical informatics

  Application materials should include:

  • Cover letter
  • CV
  • Three letters of reference preferred, or contact info of references
  • Sample publications with clearly stated individual contributions

  Please send application materials to [email protected].

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Biomedical Informatics - Postdoctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics, Deep Learning, Single Cell Omics

  Postdoctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics, Deep Learning, Single Cell Omics

  Postdoctoral positions are available in Dr. Zhongming Zhao's Bioinformatics and Systems Medicine Laboratory (BSML, http://www.uth.edu/bioinfo/), Center for Precision Health, School of Biomedical Informatics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). The successful candidate is expected to join an established bioinformatics team. The ongoing projects in BSML focus on precision medicine, functional roles of genetic variants in complex disease, next-generation sequencing and single cell omics, deep learning, and regulatory networks. Integrative genomics and deep learning approaches are often applied. Funding (multiple NIH grants, CPRIT, and lab/center/professorship startup) is available to support this position for 3+ years and promotion to faculty positions is possible. The candidate will have the opportunity to access many high throughput datasets and interact with investigators across UTHealth and Texas Medical Center. The lab is highly productive (>350 papers since 2009) and has an excellent post-doctoral training track record (e.g. 24 former postdocs are currently faculty members, two received Young Investigator Awards from national foundations, two received CPRIT Scholar faculty recruitment, one NIH K99 awardee, one received NIH MIRA grant, and three were finalists for the Vanderbilt University Postdoc of the Year Award). Recent publications appeared or accepted in journals such as Nature, Nature Medicine, Nature Neurosciences, Nature Communications, Nature Machine Intelligence, Cancer Discovery, Genome Research, Genome Biology, Genome Medicine, NAR, Advances Science, GigaScience, etc.
  
  The BSML lab is part of the new Center for Precision Health (CPH), a joint enterprise by the School of Biomedical Informatics and School of Public Health, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The center is established in UTHealth in response to the emerging need of precision health and artificial intelligence. The center focuses on precision cancer medicine, pharmacogenomics, deep learning, and translational bioinformatics. UTHealth is part of the world-renowned Texas Medical Center located in cosmopolitan Houston, Texas, the fourth largest city in the United States. SBMI is the first School of its kind and one of the largest biomedical informatics programs in the country.

  Minimum Requirements:

  The qualified candidates should be highly motivated in research and have a Ph.D. in bioinformatics, quantitative science, computational biology, genetics, molecular biology, pharmacology, or related field upon the job start date. 

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  The successful candidate should have some experience in analyzing high-throughput genomic data and proven skills in at least one programming language (e.g., Perl, Python, R, or C/C++). Good understanding of genetics or molecular biology is a plus, but not required. For more information about our research, please visit the web site http://www.uth.edu/bioinfo/.

  To Apply:

  Applicants should send a CV and reference to:
  Zhongming Zhao ([email protected])
  Chair, Precision Health
  Professor and Director, Center for Precision Health
  University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Public Health - Bayesian spatial-temporal analysis of opioid overdose research, infectious disease modeling, and environmental health

  Postdoctoral Fellow at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health

  The Department of Biostatistics and Data Science at the UTHealth School of Public Health is seeking an exceptional candidate for a post-doctoral fellowship position. This person will have the opportunity to conduct statistical/biostatistical studies on a wide range of research topics, including NIH funded studies. The main research focus is the Bayesian spatial-temporal analysis, with application to opioid overdose research, infectious disease modeling, and environmental health. Specific research areas will be determined based on the research interests of the candidate. This position will be involved in conducting analyses using existing data from multiple large cohort and cross-sectional studies, writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, reports, and for presentation to academic and community audiences. The candidate will also gain experience in grantsmanship, as well as research design, planning, and execution.

  Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in statistics, biostatistics or related disciplines. Applicants with a doctoral degree in another discipline may be considered if they possess adequate skills to conduct population research. Candidates must have strong R programming skills, and are familiar with using R for spatial-temporal data processing, visualization and modeling.

  To Apply: 

  Questions about the position can be directed to [email protected]. To apply for this position, please email the following documents to Dr. Bauer: 1) a letter of interest that describes research accomplishments and future research plans, 2) full curriculum vitae, and 3) names and contact information of 2-3 individuals who will provide letters of recommendation if asked.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Starting date is flexible and negotiable.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Public Health - Epidemiology, Human Genetics, Environmental Science

  The Division of Epidemiology, Human Genetics and Environmental Sciences at the UTHealth School of Public Health is seeking an exceptional candidate for a post-doctoral fellowship position. This person will have the opportunity to conduct epidemiological studies on a wide range of research topics, including NIH funded studies. Potential research topics include examining the population health effects of sleep deficiency and disruption of diurnal behaviors such as rest and activities, and eating and fasting rhythms; investigating the role of metabolomics in mediating the health impact of unhealthy behaviors, particularly circadian disruption and Alzheimer’s diseases; and studying how neighborhood environment and socioeconomic deprivation shape health behaviors and contribute to health disparities of chronic diseases, including metabolic disorders, obesity and cancer. Specific research areas will be determined based on the research interests of the candidate. This position will be involved in conducting analyses using existing data from multiple large cohort and cross-sectional studies, writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, reports, and for presentation to academic and community audiences. The candidate will also gain experience in grantsmanship, as well as research design, planning, and execution.

  Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in public health or related disciplines. Applicants with a doctoral degree in another discipline may be considered if they possess adequate skills to conduct population research. Preferred skills include epidemiological/statistical approaches, population cohort studies and secondary data analyses. Candidates with experience in geographic information system, data analysis using wearable device, and omics are strongly encouraged to apply.

  Questions about the position can be directed to [email protected]. To apply for this position, please email the following documents to Dr Xiao: 1) a letter of interest that describes research accomplishments and future research plans, 2) full curriculum vitae, and 3) names and contact information of 2-3 individuals who will provide letters of recommendation if asked. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Starting date is flexible and negotiable.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Public Health - Infectious Diseases and Environmental Science

  Postdoctoral Associate Position in Infectious Diseases

  We are seeking an exceptional candidate for a postdoctoral position in infectious diseases and environmental science. The candidate will be expected to develop molecular assays to detect pathogens of interest in the sample, with genomic sequencing and quantitative analysis for further validation. Ideal candidates would have solid experience in molecular biology (or microbiology), and bioinformatical analysis.

  Minimum Requirements

  The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in microbiology, bioinformatics, computation biology, molecular biology, environmental science, or a related field.

  Preferred Qualifications

  1. Analyze environmental samples for molecular diagnostics, including assay development, sample processing, and molecular detection.
  2. Have experience in next-generation sequencing data analysis and/or generation.
  3. Good communication and written skills with publication records.

  To Apply

  To apply, please send application materials including a detailed CV and a brief statement of research interests to Dr. Fuqing Wu at [email protected]. The position is available immediately, until filled. Additional information can be found: https://tephi.texas.gov/ and https://www.wufqlab.org/research. Please contact Dr. Wu for inquiries. 

   

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Public Health - Social, Emotional and Academic Competence

  Postdoctoral Fellow in Social, Emotional and Academic Competence - School of Public Health

  (San Antonio, Texas)

  The UTHealth School of Public Health invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow in Social, Emotional and Academic Competence. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work with the PI, Professor Roisin Corcoran, on school-based interventions to promote social, emotional and academic competence.

  The purpose of the position is to collaborate on the implementation and evaluation of active projects involving school-based programs. A second major activity will entail assisting with grant applications. A third key role will be disseminating results through collaborative scholarly publications and presentations.

  Prior experience as a researcher and/or practitioner in educational settings conducting quantitative and qualitative research is desired. The preferred candidate will bring expertise in social and emotional learning (SEL), teacher and/or principal well-being interventions, school-based mental health programs, and/or evidence-based practices in schools.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Individuals must have a PhD, DrPH, or other doctoral degree in education, psychology, public health, health promotion, behavioral or social science

  Required Application Materials:

  Interested applicants should submit the following materials in a single pdf to Professor Roisin Corcoran at: [email protected] 

  • A cover letter detailing research interests and fit with the position,
  • Curriculum vitae,
  • One scholarly writing sample,
  • Names and contact information for three references.

  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• School of Public Health, Center for Infectious Diseases - Analysis of Next-Generation Sequencing Data

  Postdoctoral Associate in Infectious Diseases and Genomics

  Postdoctoral Associate positions are immediately available to work on genomics of infectious diseases at the UTHealth Science Center at Houston School of Public Health (UTSPH) Center for Infectious Diseases. The candidate will work in the laboratory of Dr. Fuqing Wu (https://www.wufqlab.org/) . Successful candidates are capable to apply open-source software for basic and advanced analysis of next-generation sequencing data, e.g., genomic and metagenomic datasets. The candidate should be able to work independently to execute and/or develop bioinformatics pipelines. Prior experience in wet lab is valuable but not required. The candidate will have an opportunity to generate and access high-throughput sequencing datasets and work closely with leading scientists at UTHealth, Baylor College of Medicine, and the Texas Epidemic Public Health Institute (TEPHI).

  The lab is young and enthusiastic for innovative and quality research. We believe interdisciplinarity is the future. The PI has experience in virology, microbiology, synthetic biology, mathematical modeling, microbiome, environmental surveillance, and genomic sequencing. The lab is now mostly working on wastewater surveillance and microbiome projects, but we will support you to explore your ideas with all the laboratory resources.

  Minimum Requirements:

  The qualified candidates should be highly motivated in research and have experience in analysis of next-generation sequencing data.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Have a doctoral degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, biostatistics, genetics, molecular biology, environmental science, bioengineering, microbiology, or related field.
  • Able to analyze sequencing datasets.
  • Have experience in developing scripts using R, Python, Linux or Unix.
  • Good communication and written skills
  • Have a desire and record of paper publication.

  To Apply

  Applicants should send an email containing your CV and a description of your qualifications and research interests to Dr. Fuqing Wu at [email protected].

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.

• The Institute of Aging

  UTHealth Houston Research on Aging Post Doctoral Fellow

  The goals of the Postdoctoral Research on Aging Fellowship are to provide multidisciplinary research opportunities for postdoctoral fellows at UTHealth Houston and to train them to be future aging research leaders.
  Research on aging focused on what matters most to older adults is critical to increasing their quality of life and reducing the societal and economic burdens of chronic diseases and frailty. Patient Priorities Care (PPC) is an evidence-based approach that was co-developed by leaders in the PPC Lab (https://sph.uth.edu/research/research-labs/?lab=G4CLG%2Bhc6eqW8Rgn0euRKg==) to help older adults with multiple chronic conditions identify what matters most to them and work with healthcare providers to align the care older adults receive with what matters most to them. PPC has been culturally adapted for Hispanic older adults. Thus, the Postdoctoral Research on Aging Program at UTHealth Houston aims to provide outstanding research and educational opportunities within the setting of a state-of-the-art medical and research center.
  Faculty mentors who are leaders in basic, translational, and clinical research on various aspects of gerontology provide formal and informal training and extensive collaboration with trainees. In addition, postdoctoral fellows participate in workshops for career development, responsible conduct in research, teaching, and communication skills.

  Minimum Requirements:

  Individuals must have a PhD, or DrPH

  Description of Qualified Candidates:

  Postdoctoral fellows will engage in grant writing workshops and are expected to submit applications for independent grants. They will also participate in a full array of programmatic activities, including but not limited to:

  • Journal clubs
  • National scientific meetings
  • Seminars
  • Training in the responsible conduct of research
  • Training in Age-Friendly Care

  The Postdoctoral Research on Aging program values individuals from diverse educational and societal backgrounds and benefits from the unique perspectives they bring to solving complex medical problems and using patients’ priorities as the foundation for reducing the burden of multiple chronic conditions on patients, their families, and society.
  Trainees can pursue their studies for 1 to 2 years with Institutional salary support.
  A mentorship committee is provided for each trainee, and close interactions are held with the trainee's science mentor and the program director. The program aims to train individuals for independent research careers in the investigation of aging.

  Required Application Materials:

  • Interested applicants should submit the following materials in a single pdf to [email protected] and [email protected]  
  • A cover letter detailing research interests and fit with the position
  • Curriculum vitae
  • One scholarly writing sample
  • Names and contact information for three references

  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

  UTHealth is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.