Under the general supervision of Dr. Mengwei Zang at UT Health San Antonio, conducts research projects on metabolic liver disease and aging, including developing and modifying research protocols and methodologies. • Plan, design, and implement research experiments according to established protocols to assure high-quality scientific results in support of project goals. • Develop, design, and conduct one or multiple large research projects according to the plan. Develop and implement technical methodologies, including molecular biology techniques such as PCR, real-time PCR, cell culture and transfection, and Western blotting. • Maintain transgenic mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, establishing disease mouse models, drug administration, and blood collection. • Conduct animal experiments and assess outcomes; adapt subsequent studies based on the findings. • Present data in organized, readable formats, including written reports and graphical summaries as needed, and perform other activities related to each project. • Write research progress reports and prepare manuscripts for publication. • Assure compliance with institutional policies, rules, and regulations to meet federal, state, and local standards and codes pertaining to safety and ethics. • Perform all other duties as assigned. • Demonstrate the ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent tasks within schedule constraints and respond to emerging needs in a timely manner. • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally, warmly, and sensitively with research participants. • Demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects and maintain attention to detail in data collection and documentation. • Assist in preparation of progress reports, manuscripts, and conference presentation materials, as directed by the PI. • Conduct literature reviews and maintain current knowledge of metabolism, transcriptional regulation, chronic liver disease, and aging. • Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), as well as a willingness to learn study-specific software. Education: • Bachelor's Degree degree in a specialized field of study is required. • Master's degree in a specialized field of study is highly preferred. Experience: • Four (4) years of experience is required.