Postdoctoral Research Assistant

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research in experimental psychology, neuropsychology, or related areas. The role integrates health, nature contact, and behavioral topics within CHN/HBL, using advanced tools to study human decision-making and intervention outcomes.

The position involves mentoring students, preparing progress reports, and presenting findings to sponsors, with opportunities to contribute to cross-institution

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology or related social science field.
• Experience with human health research is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in experimental psychology, neuropsychology, or related fields focusing on health, nature contact, and behavioral topics.
• Design and implement studies related to psychology and behavioral economics.
• Mentor and supervise student researchers and research assistants.

Skills

Research experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Education

PhD in psychology

Tools

Biosensors/eye-tracking

Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Environmental And Occupational Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, 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 general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will utilize the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience in experimental psychology, neuropsychology, neuroeconomics or related fields to complete research projects in health, nature contact, responsive agriculture, health, and other behavioral topics.

This position is within the Texas A&M University Center for Health & Nature (CHN) and the Human Behavior Laboratory (HBL). The CHN is a joint partnership between Texas A&M and Houston Methodist Hospital. It is a leading research organization studying the relationship between human health and nature contact. The HBL is a large facility with state-of-the-art equipment and software to simultaneously collect choice process data to inform the underlying motivations of human choice and intervention outcomes.

Responsibilities

Research

• Conducts research in experimental psychology, neuropsychology, neuroeconomics, or related fields, with a focus on health, nature contact, responsive agriculture, and other behavioral topics.
• Designs, implements, and conducts research studies and experiments related to nature contact, psychology, and behavioral economics.

Research Study Operations and Initiative Support

• Manages the day-to-day operations of other funded research studies, including workflow and scheduling and recruiting participants.
• Oversees hardware and software operations.
• Contributes to the university-wide Plant, Nature and Health Initiative.

Mentoring

• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.
• Monitors research assistants as part of the day-to-day operations of funded research studies.

Presentations

• Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
• Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Qualifications

Required Education

PhD degree in psychology with emphasis on applied research or related social science field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using biosensors, including eye tracking, facial expressions to assess emotions, galvanic skin response.
• Experience working with human health research.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated record of research achievement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to conduct research with human participants.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees