Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate conducts research in microbial ecology, metagenomics, and metatranscriptomics under the supervision of Dr. Yajuan Lin. The role contributes to research projects using the employee’s education and expertise, and includes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team on field sampling and experiments, molecular analyses, and bioinformatic investigations of marine microbial processes. The position also contributes to research publications, grant proposals, funding applications, and progress reports.

The role includes research (80% effort), mentoring (10%), and presentations (10%). It is a two-year, grant-funded position supported by an NSF award. Continued employment is contingent upon available funding.

Requirements

• PhD in microbiology, biological oceanography, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Background in microbial ecology and/or molecular biology.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated record of research productivity and peer-reviewed publications.

Nice To Haves

• First-author publications in high-impact journals are particularly valued.
• Fieldwork experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in support of research projects.
• Complete research projects in microbial ecology, metagenomics, and metatranscriptomics.
• Collect, analyze, summarize, and interpret research data.
• Assist with laboratory and field research program operations, including equipment maintenance and resource management.
• Write and contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
• Participate in preparing grant proposals, funding applications, and progress reports.
• Develop research methodologies, protocols, and experimental designs appropriate to the discipline.
• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers or graduate students working on related research.
• Prepare presentation materials on research topics for professional meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Participate in preparing required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, with employee-only coverage costing $0–$30 per month after the university contribution; the university covers up to 83% of premiums for listed coverage tiers.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
• Dual Career Partner Program.
• On-campus wellness opportunities.
• Counseling, work-life assistance, financial resources, and legal resources.
• Public Loan Forgiveness and book scholarships.
• Tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year, subject to applicable rules.
• Retirement through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan.
• Voluntary tax-deferred account/deferred compensation plan.
• At least 8 hours of vacation paid time off per month.
• 8 hours of sick leave per month.
• 8 hours of paid birthday leave.
• 12–15 paid holidays each year.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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