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Thomas (UST), a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, located in Houston, Texas, near the vibrant central business district, Texas Medical Center, and museum district, invites applications from outstanding candidates for multiple adjunct faculty positions in chemistry. Thomas is committed to hiring faculty who can help it not only fulfill its integrated mission - the formation of the whole person for flourishing in this life and the next - but also advance it in new ways.

Adjunct FacultyChemistry and Biochemistry The University of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, located in Houston, Texas, near the vibrant central business district, Texas Medical Center, and museum district, invites applications from outstanding candidates for multiple adjunct faculty positions in chemistry. The general responsibility for this position includes teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in general and organic chemistry. A Ph.D in chemistry or related field and excellence in teaching are required for the position. Applicants must provide:<ul><li style="line-height:normal;text-align:justify">Cover letter addressing qualifications for the position.</li><li style="line-height:normal;text-align:justify">Curriculum vitae (CV)</li><li style="line-height:normal;text-align:justify">Three professional references. </li></ul> Candidates offered an adjunct faculty position must also provide official transcripts before the position starts. The University of St. Thomas is committed to hiring faculty who can help it not only fulfill its integrated mission - the formation of the whole person for flourishing in this life and the next - but also advance it in new ways. The University's Catholic identity is the center of this mission, a Catholicism expressed for our own age by the <a href="https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM" rel="nofollow">Catechism of the Catholic Church</a> and Pope St. John Paul II's <a href="https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_constitutions/documents/hf_jp-ii_apc_15081990_ex-corde-ecclesiae.html" rel="nofollow">Ex Corde Ecclesiae</a>. The University asks all candidates applying for this position to consider these documents to ensure their professional goals and practices can align with them. While applicants need not be Catholic, they must be able to support the University as it seeks to be faithful to and embody the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition. The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Scientist to lead development of next‑generation molecular diagnostic assays for rare disease applications, spanning multi‑modal technologies including DNA‑based NGS, RNA assays, CNV detection, and structural variant workflows. Provide scientific leadership in the design, development, and optimization of multi‑modal NGS assays, including DNA sequencing, RNA‑based workflows, CNV/indel detection, and structural variant methodologies.

SUMMARYWe are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Scientist to lead development of next‑generation molecular diagnostic assays for rare disease applications, spanning multi‑modal technologies including DNA‑based NGS, RNA assays, CNV detection, and structural variant workflows.This role is ideal for a scientist with deep technical expertise and the ability to shape scientific strategy across a portfolio of high‑complexity rare disease assays. The Senior Scientist will drive development from feasibility through validation and transfer, helping define the technological foundation of our rare‑disease diagnostics pipeline.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide scientific leadership in the design, development, and optimization of multi‑modal NGS assays, including DNA sequencing, RNA‑based workflows, CNV/indel detection, and structural variant methodologies.</li><li>Lead high‑complexity rare‑disease assay development programs, including technical strategy, experimental design, timelines, and risk mitigation plans.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert in NGS workflows and rare‑disease genomics, supporting teams across multiple concurrent assay programs.</li><li>Design, execute, and interpret advanced experiments to evaluate analytical performance, robustness, and biological variability across diverse rare‑disease sample types.</li><li>Define performance metrics and collaborate with validation teams to design verification and validation (V&V) studies for clinical readiness.</li><li>Lead technical transfer to operations, supporting workflow scale‑up, automation implementation, assay robustness, and manufacturing readiness.</li><li>Collaborate closely with bioinformatics, automation, clinical, regulatory, and quality teams to ensure seamless end‑to‑end assay development.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and integrate new technologies, chemistries, sequencing methods, and workflow innovations relevant to rare‑disease assay advancement.</li><li>Mentor junior scientists and project teams, providing scientific and technical guidance.</li><li>Author and review technical documentation, study reports, protocols, and materials supporting regulatory and clinical use.</li><li>Present scientific findings and program updates to stakeholders and leadership.</li><li>Ensure compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and company policies.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics, or a related field.</li><li>Typically 5+ years of industry experience in molecular assay development, ideally within clinical or regulated diagnostics.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in NGS‑based assay development, including library preparation, PCR/qPCR, and nucleic acid extraction.</li><li>Proven experience working with diverse sample types, including blood, saliva, buccal samples, and tissue.</li><li>Strong understanding of the assay development life cycle, from feasibility through optimization, V&V, and technical transfer.</li><li>Strong ability to analyze and interpret complex experimental and sequencing datasets.</li><li>Excellent troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and root‑cause analysis skills.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey scientific concepts to diverse audiences.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience working in regulated environments such as CLIA, CAP, ISO, or FDA frameworks.</li><li>Track record of leading multi‑disciplinary assay development programs.</li><li>Experience with automation and high-throughput liquid handling platforms.</li><li>Familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines and NGS data quality metrics.</li><li>Experience supporting regulatory submissions or clinical assay launches.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to mentor and influence technical direction of scientific staff.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT<ul><li>Frequently required to sit or stand for extended periods.</li><li>Frequently required to use hand and finger dexterity to operate laboratory equipment.</li><li>Frequently required to communicate verbally and visually interpret technical data.</li><li>Occasionally exposed to bloodborne or airborne pathogens or infectious materials.</li><li>Work is primarily performed in a laboratory and office environment.</li></ul>EEO Statement: Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Note to Recruiters:We value building direct relationships with our candidates and prefer to manage our hiring process internally. While we occasionally partner with select recruitment agencies for specialized roles, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies without a written agreement executed by the authorized signatory for Baylor Genetics ("Agreement"). Any resumes submitted to Baylor Genetics in the absence of an Agreement executed by Baylor Genetics' authorized signatory, will be considered the property of Baylor Genetics, and Baylor Genetics will not be obligated to pay any associated recruitment fees.

Baylor Miraca Genetics Laboratories, LLC

Senior Research & Development Scientist - Rare Disease Diagnostics

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College coursework should meet the education requirement for the Texas Forensic Science Commission Toxicologist (Interpretive) license as stated in the Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 15, Chapter 651, Subchapter C, Rule §651.207. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs routine to complex chemical analysis of human biological specimens using chemical and instrumental methodologies to detect and quantify alcohol and drugs in biological matrices and liquid.

The Houston Forensic Science Center is now recruiting a full-time Forensic Scientist in the Toxicology section. This role offers opportunity for continued professional development and work from home opportunities once review training module is completed.POSITION SUMMARY<div>The Forensic Scientist in the Toxicology section performs timely and accurate toxicology analyses for the Houston Forensic Science Center. S/he will independently perform routine analytical tests of biological specimens in human performance toxicology cases, prepare reports on findings for use in the criminal justice system, and provide court testimony on test results. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:<ul><li>Performs routine to complex chemical analysis of human biological specimens using chemical and instrumental methodologies to detect and quantify alcohol and drugs in biological matrices and liquid.</li><li>Prepares accurate and precise notes and technical reports. </li><li>Maintains and calibrates scientific instruments and follows quality control measures to ensure instruments meet required performance standards.</li><li>Reviews work of other scientists and conducts administrative and technical review of casework.</li><li>Performs experiments independently to troubleshoot analytical issues and to develop and validate analytical methods as needed.</li><li>Participates in revision of standard operating procedures.</li><li>Trains other Forensic Scientists on analytical procedures and laboratory practice. </li><li>Provides technical assistance to police officers, members of the district attorney’s office, and other members of law enforcement agencies, and the criminal justice community.</li><li>Testifies as an expert witness regarding analytical procedures and the scientific conclusions drawn from analysis.</li><li>Partners with management and other staff to ensure other tasks are completed as assigned.</li></ul></div> Keyword: Forensic, forensic, toxicology Required Experience: MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<div><ul><li>The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Toxicology. Master’s degree is strongly preferred. Certification by the American Board of Forensic Toxicology is preferred. College-level Statistics is required. College coursework should meet the education requirement for the Texas Forensic Science Commission Toxicologist (Interpretive) license as stated in the Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 15, Chapter 651, Subchapter C, Rule §651.207.</li><li>Ability to gain a Toxicologist (Interpretative) license by the Texas Forensic Science Commission will be required upon hire. </li></ul></div>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<div><ul><li>Minimum of one year of progressive work experience in a toxicology laboratory using advanced equipment and instrumentation for analysis. A Master’s degree may be considered in lieu of experience. Forensic experience is strongly preferred as well proven experience presenting testimony in a court of law as an expert witness. </li><li>Experience in operating liquid chromatography and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry systems is strongly preferred.</li></ul></div><div></div>KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENT<div><ul><li>Working knowledge and experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).</li><li>Proven experience with analysis of volatiles and drugs in biological specimens is required.</li><li>Experience in operating gas chromatography/liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry systems is required.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and Microsoft’s cloud-based service, SharePoint.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with fellow staff members, internal clients, and external clients.</li><li>Working knowledge of principles, practices, and terminology of analytical chemistry as it applies to the field of forensic toxicology.</li></ul></div><div></div> Benefits: Houston Forensic Science Center offers a competitive salary and benefit package. From: Houston Forensic Science Center

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