Neuromodulation for Neurogenic Bladder Management in Spinal Cord Injury

We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. or M.D. to join the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UTHealth Houston, McGovern Medical School, located in Houston, TX.

We are one of 18 spinal cord injury (SCI) and 16 brain injury (BI) model systems in the country, collaborating with the busiest Level 1 trauma hospital system in the country. This provides an abundance of research opportunities for the UTHealth Department of PM&R and TIRR Memorial Hermann, nationally recognized as one of the top rehabilitation hospitals in the country.  Our research aims to enhance function and quality of life, addressing issues such as continence, pain, mobility, and overall function.

The ideal candidate will manage a randomized control trial, pioneering a first-in-human SCI device implantation to improve detrusor overactivity for SCI neurogenic bladder. Responsibilities include coordinating the trial, obtaining subject consent, handling regulatory documents, following up with subjects, and collecting data. Additionally, the candidate will assist with other ongoing trials, adhering to our philosophy of staff redundancy to ensure continuity in case of absences.

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% 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!  Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)  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 biomedical 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:

1.    Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
2.    Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
3.    Reads and evaluates literature.
4.    Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
5.    Have strong written and oral communication skills.
6.    Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education:

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.