Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement program

Paid holidays

Wellness initiative

Job summary

Texas A&M Agrilife Research in College Station seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the development of competitive research funding proposals and the dissemination of scientific findings through peer‑reviewed publications.

The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty investigators, staff, and external partners to develop grant narratives, coordinate proposal submissions, and lead the preparation of research manuscripts.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in agricultural leadership, education, or related field.
• Experience developing successful proposals for federal agencies (e.g., USDA, NSF, NIH, FEMA).
• Strong record of scholarly achievement with first-author or lead-author publications.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary and multi-institutional research projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write competitive grant proposals and supporting documents for various funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and stakeholders to align proposals with program priorities.
• Lead and support preparation, writing, editing, and submission of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Scientific writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in agricultural leadership, education, or related field

Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Agriculture Education

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,166.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the development of competitive research funding proposals and the dissemination of scientific findings through peer-reviewed publications. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty investigators, staff, and external partners to develop grant narratives, coordinate proposal submissions, and lead the preparation of research manuscripts. This position will play a critical role in translating complex agricultural science concepts into compelling written products for diverse audiences, including funding agencies, academic journals, and stakeholders. The postdoctoral researcher will also contribute to interdisciplinary projects focused on agricultural literacy, agricultural emergency preparedness, Extension outreach, and related areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and write competitive grant proposals, including project narratives, literature reviews, research plans, and supporting documents for federal, state, and private funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and stakeholders to identify funding opportunities and align proposals with program priorities and strategic objectives.
• Lead and support the preparation, writing, editing, and submission of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize data to support proposal development and publication efforts.
• Assist with research design, data interpretation, and the communication of research findings.
• Facilitate collaboration among multidisciplinary teams and contribute to research partnerships.
• Prepare technical reports, white papers, presentations, and other outreach materials as needed.
• Participate in lab activities, meetings, and strategic planning initiatives.

Required Education and Experience

• Ph.D. in agricultural leadership, education, or communications; agricultural sciences; environmental sciences; natural resources; public policy; or a related field.
• Experience developing successful proposals for federal agencies, such as USDA, NSF, NIH, FEMA, or related funding organizations.
• Strong record of scholarly achievement, including first-author or lead-author on peer-reviewed publications and experience conducting research in agricultural literacy, agricultural emergency preparedness, agricultural or food systems, or related fields.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary and multi-institutional research projects, with familiarity in academic research administration, grant management, and proposal submission processes.
• Proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with external stakeholders, industry partners, community organizations, and other research collaborators to advance research and outreach objectives.
• Proficiency in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging digital tools to support research output while maintaining accuracy, ethics, and research integrity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in scientific writing, including peer-reviewed publications and/or funding proposals.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, including the ability to conduct literature reviews and communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of interdisciplinary research teams while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Advanced scientific and technical writing skills with the ability to develop clear, persuasive, and audience-specific narratives.
• Knowledge of grant development processes, funding mechanisms, and sponsor requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating professionalism, research integrity, and strong interpersonal skills.

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.

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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

Texas A&M University System Overview

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M‑FortWorth and Texas A&M‑RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. The A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.