Assistant Research Scientist

Job Title

Assistant Research Scientist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Bush School Of Government And Public Service

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .

Who we are

The Bush School of Government and Public Service, https://bush.tamu.edu , was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers.

What we want

The Assistant Research Scientist conducts research and teaches courses related to pandemics and infectious diseases at both the scientific and policy level with the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs. The person chosen for the position will apply for and manage federal and foundation grants in pandemic preparedness and public health policy with regard to infectious disease. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume’: A cover letter and resume’ are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Position Funding: This position is grant funded and therefore, is contingent upon continuation of funding of such grants and/or contracts.

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate PhD

• Relevant professional experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Preferred Education:

• PhD in public health, epidemiology, pandemic preparedness or related field

Responsibilities:

• Research Duty - Conducts research related to pandemics and infectious disease at both the scientific and policy level with the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs (SIIA). Publishes in academic journals as well as popular media outlets. Produces research intensive policy papers of 5000-6000 words on designated research topics chosen and approved by the SIIA Director. Meet with students to discuss subjects related to the research project and paper. Acknowledge the Bush School in all publications, related to the research policy papers, worked on or published while at the Bush School. Research and disseminate information for the purpose of establishing a pandemic research database. Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of symposia and conferences related to the research activities of the SIIA held annually in Washington, D.C. and College Station, TX. Supervises students and staff on SIIA research projects.

• Teaching Duty - Teaches two courses for the Bush School of Government and Public Services; “Infectious Diseases in the Developing World: Risks, Challenges, and Solutions” and co-teaches “Bioterrorism” with Dr. Gerald Parker. Or other courses on pandemics as mutually agreed to with the Scowcroft Director and Dr. Parker, director of the Scowcroft Institute Biosecurity and Pandemic Preparedness Program. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Job Title

Assistant Research Scientist

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Bush School Of Government And Public Service

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .

Who we are

The Bush School of Government and Public Service, https://bush.tamu.edu , was founded in 1997, under President George H.W. Bush's philosophy that public service is a noble calling. Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience as the Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders in their fields and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers.

What we want

The Assistant Research Scientist conducts research and teaches courses related to pandemics and infectious diseases at both the scientific and policy level with the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs. The person chosen for the position will apply for and manage federal and foundation grants in pandemic preparedness and public health policy with regard to infectious disease. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume’: A cover letter and resume’ are strongly recommended. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Position Funding: This position is grant funded and therefore, is contingent upon continuation of funding of such grants and/or contracts.

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate PhD

• Relevant professional experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Preferred Education:

• PhD in public health, epidemiology, pandemic preparedness or related field

Responsibilities:

• Research Duty - Conducts research related to pandemics and infectious disease at both the scientific and policy level with the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs (SIIA). Publishes in academic journals as well as popular media outlets. Produces research intensive policy papers of 5000-6000 words on designated research topics chosen and approved by the SIIA Director. Meet with students to discuss subjects related to the research project and paper. Acknowledge the Bush School in all publications, related to the research policy papers, worked on or published while at the Bush School. Research and disseminate information for the purpose of establishing a pandemic research database. Assist in the planning, coordination and execution of symposia and conferences related to the research activities of the SIIA held annually in Washington, D.C. and College Station, TX. Supervises students and staff on SIIA research projects.

• Teaching Duty - Teaches two courses for the Bush School of Government and Public Services; “Infectious Diseases in the Developing World: Risks, Challenges, and Solutions” and co-teaches “Bioterrorism” with Dr. Gerald Parker. Or other courses on pandemics as mutually agreed to with the Scowcroft Director and Dr. Parker, director of the Scowcroft Institute Biosecurity and Pandemic Preparedness Program. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.