Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University’s Chemistry Department is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research in solid-state chemistry with an emphasis on magnetic materials. This position is responsible for leading and contributing to research projects, preparing manuscripts for publication, developing research proposals, and assisting with graduate student mentoring and research group organization.

Requirements

• PhD in a science-related field.
• PhD in solid-state chemistry, inorganic chemistry, or condensed matter physics.
• Graduate student research work experience.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Contributes to team effort by working effectively with individuals of varied backgrounds.
• May require working evening and/or weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research in solid-state chemistry with an emphasis on magnetic materials.
• Operates, utilizes, and maintains specialized laboratory research instrumentation while strictly adhering to applicable safety standards.
• Analyzes, interprets, and disseminates research results through group meetings, scientific presentations, manuscripts, periodic reports, and grant proposals.
• Engages in ongoing professional development by attending scientific meetings and seminars and staying current with relevant scientific literature.
• Provides advice, assistance, and mentorship to students and other laboratory team members.

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