Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M International University • Austin, TX

90d

About The Position

The successful candidate will contribute to one or more research projects funded by USDA, NASA, and industry sponsors. All projects focus on skeletal muscle mitochondria and inflammation, with current projects in 7 different species. The candidate will learn analytical techniques, including high-resolution respirometry, multiplex assays using MesoScale Discovery, cryosectioning and immunofluorescence, and kinetic colorimetry. The candidate will have the opportunity to integrate with investigators and partners at different institutions, including Iowa State University, the University of Florida, Oklahoma State University, Virginia Tech, and private farms in Lexington, KY.

Requirements

• PhD in kinesiology, animal science, or related field.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others and independently.
• Demonstrated publication record.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate results, interpretations, and recommendations and answer complex questions internally and externally.
• Willingness to participate in meetings with stakeholders/industry representatives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with animals (lab or livestock).
• Hands-on post-graduate 'wet' lab experience.
• Biological sample handling and processing (including blood and skeletal muscle).
• Experience working with livestock, specifically horses.
• Cell culture techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with validating novel assays related to inflammation and energetics in skeletal muscle samples in an array of species, including horses, cattle, pigs, rats, mice, sheep, and birds.
• Extend efforts at optimizing performance and health in humans and livestock.
• Assist with writing grant proposals, manuscripts, and presentation of research results at academic symposiums/lab meetings.
• Train junior lab members.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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