Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Texas A&M Institute for Genome Sciences and Society (TIGSS) aims to improve the lives of humans and animals and advance agricultural productivity through genome research. We function as a virtual institute to unite genome scientists with researchers in the field of genomics technology and bioinformatics science. The work we do will shape the future of the field of genome sciences and the world. We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge genomics research. In this role, you will apply your expertise in molecular biology and computational genomics to support advanced research initiatives, with a primary focus on quality control and initial data handling for next-generation sequencing datasets. The successful candidate will independently interpret QC metrics, troubleshoot sequencing issues, and support the growing volume and complexity of genomics projects. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with both wet-lab and computational scientists, coordinate client-focused research projects, contribute to scientific publications and presentations, and provide the scientific expertise needed to support advanced bioinformatics analyses. We are looking for candidates with a PhD, excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and presentation experience. Familiarity with high-throughput data generation, next-generation sequencing technologies, and sequencing quality control metrics is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for a researcher who enjoys working at the intersection of science, technology, and collaborative discovery.

Requirements

• Appropriate PhD in a related field.
• Strong background in molecular biology and computational genomics.
• Understanding of quality control (QC) metrics for next-generation sequencing datasets.
• Familiarity with high-throughput data generation.
• Ability to independently interpret QC metrics.
• Troubleshooting sequencing issues.
• Client project coordination and communication.
• Interaction with both wet-lab and computational staff.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise.
• Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise.
• Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.
• Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.
• Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
• Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
• Primary responsibility for quality control and initial data handling for next-generation sequencing datasets.
• Support for client project coordination and communication.
• Scientific expertise necessary to support advanced bioinformatics.
• Ability to handle the increasing volume and complexity of genomics projects.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

What This Job Offers

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