Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will be responsible for research investigations of ticks and other pests affecting the health and wellbeing of livestock in Texas. This will include the design and execution of experimental protocols for laboratory studies, and field settings involving cattle. Activities will include data collection, analysis, interpretation, reports and manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and presentation to professional meetings.

Requirements

• PhD in Entomology with curriculum focus in Livestock Entomology.
• Knowledge of tick taxonomy, biology and ecology.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in conducting tick surveillance for ticks effecting cattle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in conducting field trials of anti-tick products on cattle.

Responsibilities

• Tick colony maintenance - including the in vivo and in vitro blood feeding of Ixodid and Argasid tick species in laboratory colonies, with data collection and record keeping associated with colony history.
• Preparation and microscopic examination of tick specimens for morphological analysis, data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation and preparation of findings for meetings and journal publication.
• Production of adult soft ticks to evaluate reproduction cycles in response to starvation intervals and ticks for transovarial studies with collaborators.
• Design, execution and analysis of field studies evaluating applications of acaricide impregnated ear tags for control of ticks and new world screwworm in cattle.
• Engagement with project team members and collaborators on discussions, planning, and manuscript development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
• Retirement programs

What This Job Offers

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