Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Cell Biology and Genetics

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.   

What we want 

The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under direct supervision, conducts research in mechanisms of extracellular vesicles from mesenchymal stem cells in treating autoimmune disease and radiation damages. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete related research projects and write research papers. Mentors trainees, presents related papers and research progresses, and provides facility maintenance and laboratory management.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.  

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.  

Travel: This position may travel as required.

Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.  

Qualifications

Required Education

• Appropriate PhD in Biomedical Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in cell biology, immunology, genetics, or molecular biology.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Experiences in working with laboratory mice and human cells.

• Experience in bioinformatics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written skills.

• Presentation skills.

• Analytical skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Willing to work with laboratory mice and human cells.

Responsibilities

Research

• Under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise.

• Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise.

• Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.

• Analyzes research data and summarizes results.

• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.

Facility Maintenance and Laboratory Management

• Cooperates with other members of the laboratory staff in maintaining instruments and facilities of the lab or shared within the department.

• Orders reagents and supplies and helps manage the laboratory.

Mentoring

• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.

Presentations

• Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.

• Actively participates in the preparation of required te