Postdoctoral Research Associate -IRACDA

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

LinkedIn Learning access

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, TX, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate under the IRACDA program. The role involves conducting research in the candidate’s field, training student researchers, and contributing to publications, with opportunities to present findings at conferences.

The position is grant-funded and may require weekend or after-hours work; travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field required.
• Experience mentoring students or junior researchers preferred.
• Strong data analysis and scientific writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in area of expertise under supervision.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate/graduate students on projects.
• Analyze data and summarize results; contribute to publications.

Skills

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in related field

Tools

MATLAB

In vivo imaging

Two-photon imaging

Job description

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate – IRACDA Agency

Department: Texas A&M University Health Science Center – Department of Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics

Job Location: Bryan, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary: $4,166.67 monthly

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, conducts research into their field of expertise. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Utilizes their skills and expertise to train and mentor team/s of undergraduate students in a scientific project. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.

What you need to know

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours. Travel: May travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, conduct research into their field of expertise.
• Utilize knowledge and skills granted by education and expertise to complete research projects.
• Assist with preparation and cleaning of worksite.
• Analyze research data and summarize results.
• Write and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Mentoring

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

Presentations

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

Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

• Appropriate PhD in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Offered and accepted a slot in the IRACDA program at TAMU.
• Skill with in vivo imaging including two-photon imaging.
• Experience with research and models of developmental disorders.
• Experience with computational pipelines including MATLAB.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Understanding of brain function and the single neuron, neural circuits and/or behavioral levels.

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.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. 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-Fort Worth 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.

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