Research Scientist - Infectious Diseases & Infection Control Research

Our department provides expert clinical consultations to prevent, diagnose, and treat infections in both adult and pediatric cancer patients.  Our mission is to provide specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections in cancer patients through high quality clinical consultation, infection control and research programs.

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished and innovative research professional with a strong background in infectious diseases and microbiology, capable of functioning independently while leading complex research initiatives. They will possess advanced technical expertise in designing, planning, and executing scientific research projects, including clinical trials, and demonstrate exceptional organizational and leadership skills to oversee laboratory and clinical research personnel.

This individual will excel in data analysis and interpretation, maintaining meticulous records and delivering accurate, timely reports. They will be highly skilled in developing and adapting experimental techniques, troubleshooting research challenges, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Experience in preparing grant applications, scientific manuscripts, and presentations is essential, along with the ability to communicate findings effectively to multidisciplinary teams.

MD Anderson offers our employees:
- Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
- Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
- Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
- Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
- Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
- Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
- Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
- Fertility benefits
- State of Texas longevity pay
- Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

The primary purpose of the Research Scientist is to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, supervise and carry out research projects within the department of Infectious Diseases.

Key Functions
1.      Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs and participates in scientific research projects including clinical trials.
2.      Overseas research activity of laboratory and clinical research personnel. Coordinates research studies, screens potential subjects and collects data. Follow’s up with research subject including subjects on both clinical and laboratory protocols.
3.      Determines specific goals or objectives to be obtained, evaluates research data and develops and revises techniques or approaches to work problems.
4.      Functions in a separate and independent manner in the design and initiation of research projects. Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Responsible for laboratory equipment and implementing safety procedures.
5.      Leads, conducts and maintains accurate and up to date records of the work done. Performs timely data analysis in various fields of microbiology and infectious diseases with proper interpretation of data. Must be able to analyze data, prepare reports and present to a group of scientists or PI. Assists with the preparation of grant applications, scientific manuscripts and presentations.
6.      Presents findings of research projects to the principal investigator (PI) on a regular basis, and prepares scientific documents/manuscripts for publications and presentations based on the PI request he/she reports to.
7.      Coordinates execution of awards and renewals and post-award management and reporting
8.      Compiles, writes, and submits reports to superior.
9.      Other duties as assigned