Postdoctoral Research Associate
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Summary
50%: Lab research
Job description
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.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in biological, chemical, or physical sciences
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a molecular biology, biochemistry, or structural biology lab
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- 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.
Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- ImageJ and Matlab.
- Expertise in biosensors or protein design.
- Familiarity with genetic model organisms, microscopy, and other appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in biological, chemical, or physical sciences
- Experience in a molecular biology, biochemistry, or structural biology lab
- 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
- ImageJ and Matlab
- Expertise in biosensors or protein design
- Familiarity with genetic model organisms, microscopy, and other appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Employee Wellness Initiative
Company overview
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is the premier agricultural and life sciences research agency of the State of Texas and a key component of the Texas A&M University System. Established in 1887 as the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station, the agency was rebranded in 2008 to better reflect its comprehensive mission in agriculture and life sciences. With headquarters in College Station, Texas, the organization operates 15 research centers across the state, serving all 254 Texas counties. The agency employs over 400 doctoral-level scientists and maintains an annual budget exceeding $216 million. Texas A&M AgriLife Research conducts groundbreaking research across diverse scientific disciplines including crop science, livestock genetics, natural resource management, food safety, and biotechnology. The organization has made significant contributions to agricultural innovation, including developing the world's largest gene-mapping resources for beef cattle, pioneering mechanical cotton harvesting technology, and creating disease-resistant crop varieties. As part of the land-grant mission, the agency focuses on translating scientific discoveries into practical applications that benefit Texas producers, consumers, and the environment while addressing global challenges in food security and sustainable agriculture.