Description

The Center for Precision Medicine in The Department of Medicine, at the University of Texas Health San Antonio (UTHSA) is focused on identifying biomarkers and therapeutic targets by ‘Omics’ approaches.  The laboratory uses multi-omics tools along with human biosamples, animal models and cell culture studies to integrate basic research to translational medicine.  

Summary of Research: Selected candidate will be responsible for and participating in: 

1.      Targeted quantitative metabolomics analysis of urine, plasma and tissue samples from mouse and human using CE-MS, LC-MS, GC-MS and MALDI-mass spectrometry imaging (MALDI-MSI) . 

2.      Untargeted multi-omics analysis of urine, plasma and tissue samples using LC-MS.

3.      Data processing and interpretation, manuscript preparation, and data presentation at national and international conferences.

4.      The maintenance of numerous mass spectrometers and related instruments present in the laboratory as well as training new scientists on these experimental technologies.

Requirements

PhD in Analytical chemistry or related field

Trouble-shooting of mass specs, primarily orbitraps and triple quad LC-MS

Knowledge and hands-on experience in qualitative and/or quantitative mass spectrometry

Hands-on experience in mass spec imaging, LC-MS and/or HPLC, preferably in small molecule analyses

Strong analytical background and excellent problem solving skills

Ability to handle multiple projects and excellent trouble shooting skills 

Strong team player and excellent inter-personnel skills

Mass Spec instruments maintainance