Temporary - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • Corpus Christi, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi’s College of Science is hiring a temporary, full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate for a nine-month appointment beginning on the employee’s date of hire. The position supports advanced scholarly development, independent research, and collaboration in an academic or scientific environment. Under the guidance of a principal investigator or research team, the associate helps plan and execute research projects. The position is grant-funded, and continued employment is contingent on continued funding.

The role primarily involves laboratory work for GCL customers and research related to the assigned project or program. It also includes supporting the GCL Director and Senior Lab Manager, promoting the GCL at scientific conferences, analyzing data, preparing reports, contributing to research publications and proposals, and maintaining accurate records and policy compliance. The associate also assists, mentors, and/or supervises student and graduate researchers.

Requirements

• PhD in Biology or a related field.
• Experience presenting scientific research at scientific conferences.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory work for GCL customers.
• Support the GCL Director and Senior Lab Manager in accomplishing tasks.
• Promote and advertise the GCL at scientific conferences.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research related to the goals of the assigned project or program.
• Analyze data, interpret findings, and prepare research reports.
• Contribute to manuscripts, grant proposals, conference papers, and presentations.
• Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with institutional and funding agency policies.
• Assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and graduate students working on research related to the project.
• Perform other related research duties as assigned.

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 employee and spouse, employee and children, and employee and family coverage.
• 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, with a voluntary tax-deferred account/deferred compensation plan.
• At least 8 hours of paid vacation 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: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree