Postdoctoral Research Fellow - School of Public Health at UTHealth Houston

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Statistical Analysis, Exposure Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Field Sampling, Laboratory Analysis, Data Management, Multi-omics Approach, Manuscript Preparation, Mentoring, Occupational Monitoring

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

We are hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work with Dr. Jooyeon Hwang (PI) on a state-funded project assessing firefighter exposure to carcinogenic compounds in fire smoke. The study partners with local and regional fire departments and uses a multi-omics approach to explore links between occupational exposures and cancer risk. This is a two-year full-time position and extension possible pending funding availability. This position involves field-based sampling and exposure monitoring in firefighter work environments and laboratory-based analyses. What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100%25 paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary: A postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise. Position Key Accountabilities: · Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results. · Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees. · Reads and evaluates literature. · Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels. · Have strong written and oral communication skills. · Design and conduct sampling campaigns in occupational settings, particularly fire service environments. · Operate and maintain monitoring equipment. · Conduct data collection, management, analysis, and reporting related to field sampling activities. · Analyze exposure data and contribute to manuscript preparation. · Assist in mentoring graduate students and research staff. Preferred skills: Strong foundation in statistical analytical skills, exposure sciences, and industrial hygiene. Experience in field and lab work involving environmental or occupational exposures. Minimum Education: PhD in environmental and occupational health sciences, epidemiology, or related field. Doctoral/Terminal Degree Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

The fellow will conduct field-based sampling and laboratory analyses to assess firefighter exposure to carcinogenic compounds. Responsibilities include designing sampling campaigns, analyzing data, and preparing scientific publications.