Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Responsibilities 50%: Lab research - Design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in a wet lab as well as using computers. 20%: Communication - Keep detailed records of data and share regular updates with PI. - Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and grant-oriented publications and presentations. - Present results at local, regional, national, and international conferences. 20%: Mentoring - Supervise undergraduate and graduate students and other laboratory or technical staff involved in research. 10%: Other Duties - Perform other duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies 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, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. 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 Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan

Requirements

• Ph.D. in biological, chemical, or physical sciences
• Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of an international team.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks, such as Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a molecular biology, biochemistry, or structural biology lab
• ImageJ and Matlab.
• Expertise in biosensors or protein design
• Familiarity with genetic model organisms, microscopy, and other appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment

Responsibilities

• Lab research - Design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in a wet lab as well as using computers.
• Communication - Keep detailed records of data and share regular updates with PI.
• Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and grant-oriented publications and presentations.
• Present results at local, regional, national, and international conferences.
• Mentoring - Supervise undergraduate and graduate students and other laboratory or technical staff involved in research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement programs

What This Job Offers

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