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Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.\nIn addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.\n_____________________________________________________________________________\nEmpower Communities Through Research Innovation. Do you aspire to drive meaningful change and improve population health through groundbreaking research? The School of Public and Allied Health at Prairie View A&M University is seeking an accomplished and visionary Research Scientist to lead cutting-edge studies in public health. This role is ideal for a proven researcher passionate about addressing critical health challenges and advancing health to create a healthier future for all.\nWith a focus on applied and translational research, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop solutions to public health challenges through community engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative methodologies. The Research Scientist will be expected to secure external funding, publish in high-impact journals, present findings at national and international conferences, mentor trainees, and contribute to interdisciplinary research collaborations that support the mission and strategic goals of the School of Public and Allied Health.\nThe salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.\nResponsibilities:\nResearch and Innovation\nLead and conduct independent and collaborative research with a focus on applied, translational public health topics.\nDrive initiatives in epidemiology, health promotion, chronic disease prevention, behavioral health, or community-engaged research.\nScholarship and Funding\nDevelop competitive grant proposals for federal, state, foundation, or industry funding.\nPublish high-quality research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at professional conferences.\nCompliance and Administration\nEnsure adherence to all university, state, federal, and sponsor policies.\nRepresent the School in committees and advisory roles as needed.\nMentorship and Leadership\nMentor and train graduate and undergraduate students, as well as junior scientists.\nSupport workforce development programs to inspire the next generation of public health leaders.\nCommunity and Stakeholder Engagement\nBuild partnerships with community organizations, public health agencies, and other stakeholders to advance research initiatives.\nSupport outreach activities that amplify the School’s impact on the broader community.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nRequired Education and Experience:\nPh.D. in Public Health, Epidemiology, Population Health, Environmental Health, Health Promotion, Health Data Analytics, or a closely related field.\nAt least six (6) years of research experience in public health or a closely related field.\nRequired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:\nKnowledge of public health principles, epidemiological and biostatistical methods, and research design.\nKnowledge of appropriate laboratory, field, or technical equipment relevant to public health research.\nProficiency with data analysis software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, R, STATA, or equivalent).\nPreferred Qualifications:\nProven expertise in research design, public health principles, and advanced data analysis methods.\nDemonstrated record of scholarly publications and contributions to securing external research funding.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative environment.\nExperience leading community-based participatory research initiatives.\nDedicated effort toward improving health outcomes for underserved and rural populations.\nSuccessful track record of obtaining federal or foundation grant funding.\nEvidence of current or existing funding to support ongoing research initiatives.\nPrior experience mentoring and supervising students or early-career researchers.\nFamiliarity with public health accreditation and reporting standards (such as CEPH).\nJob Posting Close Date:\nUntil Filled\nRequired Attachments:\nPlease attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.\nResume or Curriculum Vitae\nCover Letter\nApplication Submission Guidelines:\nAll applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.\nThe required documents listed in the above \"Required Attachments\" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or  should you need assistance with the online application process.\nBackground Check Requirements:\nAll positions are security-sensitive. 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