TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate

Texas Tech University • Lubbock, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Requirements

• PhD in area of project specialization.
• Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
• This position is designated as involving access to critical infrastructure systems and/or research, as defined by Texas Executive Order GA-48. As such, candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment.
• Employees are required to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to the protection of critical infrastructure.
• Ongoing employment is dependent upon maintaining eligibility for access and successfully passing periodic security and compliance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of polymeric and nanoparticle systems for biomedical imaging, including polymer synthesis and functionalization, nanoparticle synthesis and nanoformulation, nanoprecipitation, self-assembly, and physiochemical, optical characterization.
• Design and execute biological evaluation across 2D/3D in vitro models and in vivo mouse studies, including toxicity, cellular uptake, confocal imaging, tumor implantation/injections, fluorescence/NIR/NIR-II imaging, pharmacokinetics, biodistribution, and tissue-level analysis.
• Independently plan experiments, troubleshoot technically demanding workflows, analyze quantitative data, and move projects from concept through publication.
• Lead manuscripts and presentations, mentor junior researchers, contribute intellectually to collaborative projects, and help establish new experimental capabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree