Scientist Jobs in Texas
Scientist jobs in Texas are active across a wide range of sectors, including energy and petrochemicals, life sciences and pharmaceutical research, environmental consulting, and defense, with openings at every level from entry-level research associate through senior principal scientist. Houston, Dallas, and Austin anchor most of the hiring, where employers like ExxonMobil, Texas Instruments, and MD Anderson Cancer Center maintain large research and applied science operations. The most in-demand specialties in Texas include analytical chemistry, environmental science, and materials science tied to energy and semiconductor manufacturing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Title: Research Scientist III - Computational Chemistry Facilities Manager
Employee Classification: Research Scientist III
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science
Department: UNT-Chemistry-121200
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.00
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The University of North Texas (UNT) is a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution with a population of over 45,000 students. The Denton, Texas community combines close proximity to one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country (Dallas-Fort Worth) with an intimate and culturally vibrant college town atmosphere. The UNT Chemistry Department consists of 31 faculty members, including 21 research-active faculty; over 100 graduate students; and approximately 200 undergraduate chemistry majors. The department is in a growth phase, having hired an endowed Welch Chair in Chemistry, two new Associate Professors, and six new Assistant Professors since 2020, and with plans attain a core of 25 research-active faculty over the next few years. Our department has a strong culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, with specific strengths in materials chemistry, computational chemistry, and catalysis. New research staff have the opportunity to contribute to these areas, as well as interfacing with growing interdisciplinary programs in Chemical Biology and Chemistry Education. Further information about the department may be found at cos.unt.edu/chemistry.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The UNT Chemistry Department invites applications for a full-time Research Scientist III position in High-Performance Computing. The role of the position is to manage the department’s High-Performance Computing facility, maintain its computer servers and infrastructure, and train and support users. Applicants should have a strong background in computational chemistry or a closely related area. Experience managing, installing, and/or upgrading modern HPC facilities is strongly preferred. Job duties include coordinating maintenance and upgrades of computing equipment and support system, managing user access and training, providing research support for users, managing billing, installing and updated codes/software needed by users, and working with users to obtain funding for facility upgrades.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry or a related area
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing and maintaining multi-user high performance computing facilities
Strong record of published research in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry or related areas
Job Duties
- Manage and maintain physical infrastructure for departmental high performance computing (HPC) facility.
- Manage and coordinate access to the Computational Chemistry Instructional Laboratory (CCIL).
- Provide information about computational facilities to chemistry researchers for purposes of writing publications and grant proposals.
- Support HPC users with software and hardware needs.
- Provide technical support for research groups doing computational chemistry.
- Manage research access to HPC systems and manage queues for computational research jobs.
- Obtain quotes for needed upgrades and repairs to HPC facility, and oversee such upgrades/repairs.
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Varies based upon assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
- A cover letter describing your interest in this position and your relevant qualifications
- A curriculum vitae showing education, previous work experience, and publication record
- Names and contact information for three references. UNT will check with you before contacting them.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
Title: Research Scientist III - Computational Chemistry Facilities Manager
Employee Classification: Research Scientist III
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Provost
SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science
Department: UNT-Chemistry-121200
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.00
Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The University of North Texas (UNT) is a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution with a population of over 45,000 students. The Denton, Texas community combines close proximity to one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country (Dallas-Fort Worth) with an intimate and culturally vibrant college town atmosphere. The UNT Chemistry Department consists of 31 faculty members, including 21 research-active faculty; over 100 graduate students; and approximately 200 undergraduate chemistry majors. The department is in a growth phase, having hired an endowed Welch Chair in Chemistry, two new Associate Professors, and six new Assistant Professors since 2020, and with plans attain a core of 25 research-active faculty over the next few years. Our department has a strong culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, with specific strengths in materials chemistry, computational chemistry, and catalysis. New research staff have the opportunity to contribute to these areas, as well as interfacing with growing interdisciplinary programs in Chemical Biology and Chemistry Education. Further information about the department may be found at cos.unt.edu/chemistry.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
The UNT Chemistry Department invites applications for a full-time Research Scientist III position in High-Performance Computing. The role of the position is to manage the department’s High-Performance Computing facility, maintain its computer servers and infrastructure, and train and support users. Applicants should have a strong background in computational chemistry or a closely related area. Experience managing, installing, and/or upgrading modern HPC facilities is strongly preferred. Job duties include coordinating maintenance and upgrades of computing equipment and support system, managing user access and training, providing research support for users, managing billing, installing and updated codes/software needed by users, and working with users to obtain funding for facility upgrades.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry or a related area
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing and maintaining multi-user high performance computing facilities
Strong record of published research in Computational/Theoretical Chemistry or related areas
Job Duties
- Manage and maintain physical infrastructure for departmental high performance computing (HPC) facility.
- Manage and coordinate access to the Computational Chemistry Instructional Laboratory (CCIL).
- Provide information about computational facilities to chemistry researchers for purposes of writing publications and grant proposals.
- Support HPC users with software and hardware needs.
- Provide technical support for research groups doing computational chemistry.
- Manage research access to HPC systems and manage queues for computational research jobs.
- Obtain quotes for needed upgrades and repairs to HPC facility, and oversee such upgrades/repairs.
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Varies based upon assignment
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
- A cover letter describing your interest in this position and your relevant qualifications
- A curriculum vitae showing education, previous work experience, and publication record
- Names and contact information for three references. UNT will check with you before contacting them.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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Scientist Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Baylor Scott & White Health10
- Houston Methodist9
- University of Texas at Austin9
- Medical City Healthcare7
- University of Texas Medical Branch7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Education3
- Technology & Software3
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in scientist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant natural science, chemistry, biology, or engineering field
- Experience with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, or field data collection specific to the discipline
- Familiarity with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality standards for environmental scientist roles
- Proficiency with data analysis software such as Python, R, or industry-specific modeling platforms
- Demonstrated ability to document findings, write technical reports, and present results to stakeholders
- Knowledge of safety protocols, EPA regulations, and industry compliance requirements relevant to Texas operations
Scientist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a scientist in Texas?
Most scientist roles in Texas require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as chemistry, biology, geology, or environmental science, with a master's or doctorate expected for research-focused positions. Environmental scientists who work for or consult with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality may need professional registration or specific certifications tied to TCEQ programs. Employers in the energy and life sciences sectors also look for discipline-specific credentials such as Professional Geoscientist licensure through the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists.
Which companies hire scientists in Texas?
Employers hiring scientists in Texas right now include Baylor Scott & White Health, Houston Methodist, and University of Texas at Austin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, semiconductor, and biomedical employers means hiring demand is distributed across Houston's petrochemical corridor, the Dallas-Fort Worth tech and life sciences cluster, and Austin's growing research and clean energy sector.
Which Texas cities have the most scientist jobs?
Austin, Houston, and San Antonio account for the most scientist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of energy, environmental, and biomedical employers, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws analytical and materials scientists through its semiconductor and defense industries, and Austin's expanding tech and life sciences ecosystem has made it a consistent source of research and applied science roles.
Are there remote scientist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are rare. Most scientist work is hands-on, requiring laboratory access, field sampling, or on-site instrumentation that cannot be done remotely. About 38% of scientist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be in data analysis, regulatory review, or scientific writing rather than bench or field work.
How can I get hired as a scientist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or research assistant role at a Texas university laboratory, major employer, or government agency such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality or the USDA Agricultural Research Service locations in College Station and Lubbock. Large Texas employers including ExxonMobil, Dow, and Texas health systems run new-graduate and co-op programs that hire candidates directly from Texas A&M, UT Austin, Rice, and other in-state programs. Lateral entry from roles like lab technician, field sampler, or quality control associate is also common, and earning an EIT or discipline-specific certification gives early-career candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to scientist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to scientist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers and research institutions. Search for roles by city, discipline, or experience level, find the ones that fit your background, and apply directly to each listing.
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