Job Information
Texas A&M University Postdoctoral Research Associate in College Station, Texas
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Entomology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
Design, plan, conduct, and coordinate experiments in support of screwworm SIT project(s)
Rearing/maintenance of blow fly colonies
Conduct biological assays associated with eBeam, X-ray, and gamma radiation-treated blow flies.
Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data.
Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results
Summarize results for scientific and clientele-oriented publications.
-Install, operate, and/or repair research equipment
Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies; maintain financial accounts related to research projects
Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical, or field staff involved in research.
Assist in basic lab management and insect care, as necessary.
Other duties as required.
Required Education:
Ph.D. in Entomology, Zoology, Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
Required skills, knowledge, or abilities:
Ability to design, implement, and analyze experiments/experimental data relating to the SIT project and other possible related projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively use a computer to communicate, prepare proposals to include cost information on spreadsheets as applicable, and provide reports of activities
Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, students, and staff
Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Detail-oriented with the ability to organize tasks and prioritize work with minimal supervision
Presentation and Analytical skills
Preferred Experiences:
Two years of experience in insect rearing in a lab setting, particularly blow fly rearing
-Two years of research experience/background/training in molecular biology techniques.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/) 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
Please attach to your completed application:
CV
List of email and daytime phone numbers
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.