Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M-posted 1 day ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Uvalde, TX

251-500 employees

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About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information The Postdoctoral Research Associate will support research in the Vegetable Breeding Program at Uvalde, which is focused on studying genomics, tissue culture, integrated pest management, agronomy and breeding of cultivars for vegetable crops and will assist Dr. Subas Malla in managing the logistics, reporting, communication, outreach, organization, and budget oversight for the 4-year USDA NIFA SCRI onion project and the TDA-SCBG onion and watermelon projects.

Plan and managing research trials for the USDA NIFA SCRI onion project
Manage and direct all administrative functions for the 4-year USDA NIFA SCRI onion project
Serve as the point of contact and liaison for other university offices, colleges, and other agencies involved in subcontracts with Texas A&M University System
Coordinate and facilitate quarterly meetings with the USDA NIFA SCRI onion project team
Coordinate one in-person meeting per year with team, Stakeholder Advisory Panel (SAP) and Stakeholders at a conference such as the National Onion Association or National Allium Research Conference meetings
Provide administrative support for all grant project faculty, staff and administrators involved in the USDA NIFA SCRI onion project
Assemble project plans and teamwork assignments in collaboration with PD and co-PIs on the SCRI project to monitor work efforts, identify resource needs, assess work quality, and troubleshoot issues accordingly
Monitor and report progress as appropriate
Develop workflows and models to standardize and improve outputs, e.g., workflow diagrams, policies and procedures, timelines, and reporting
Create, track, and manage timelines and related tasks to ensure effective implementation of the SCRI project goals and objectives
Assist PI and co-PIs to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
Plan and manage research trials for the TDA-SCBG onion and watermelon projects, and the Texas A&M AgriLife onion projects
Conduct whole genome structural and functional analysis in vegetable crops
Manage marker-assisted selection in vegetable crops and collect plant samples from the field, greenhouse, and nethouse which requires a driver’s license to drive a state vehicle to the field.
Harvest onion bulbs and watermelon fruits in the field, greenhouse, and nethouse which requires the ability to exert heavy force and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Select onion bulbs and watermelon fruits for crossing and/or advance generation
Design crossing block
Plant onion bulbs/watermelon seeds for crossing block
Develop breeding populations
Collect multi-location field, greenhouse, and nethouse data and maintain database which requires a driver’s license to drive vehicles for possible overnight stays.
Analyze multi-environment trial data using relevant statistical software
Attract and assist in grants and contracts to support the Vegetable Breeding program in Uvalde
Publish work in peer-reviewed journals
Travel to and attend work related meetings and present research findings at various meetings outside of Uvalde which requires a driver’s license to drive a state vehicle or rental car.
Mentor graduate students in research and training
Other duties as assigned

Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology or Agronomy
Ability to work individually and by interacting with internal and external teams
Understanding of the genetics and breeding principles of open-pollinated vegetable crops
Proficiency in whole genome structural and functional analysis
Understanding of lipid profiling and seed physiology
Proficiency in biochemical assays for abiotic and biotic tolerance
Proficiency in data management and the use of office software such as spreadsheets, and word processing
Strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and report-writing skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships at the center, within the agency, the university, outside universities, and other organizations and stakeholders involved in the USDA NIFA SCRI onion project
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
Ability to work flexible hours when needed, especially during the field season and peak workload periods.
Requires travel to various work locations.

Two years of related professional experience in plant breeding and supervisory experience

Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

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