Postdoctoral Research Associate -IRACDA

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

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, TX is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the IRACDA program. The role involves conducting advanced research, advancing the project, and mentoring undergraduate researchers under supervision.

The position emphasizes training, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and collaboration with faculty. A PhD in a related field is required, and IRACDA participation is preferred. Weekend or after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field required.
• IRACDA program at TAMU preferred.
• Two-photon imaging experience desired.
• Proficiency with computational pipelines (e.g., MATLAB).

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in your field under supervision.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate researchers on the project.
• Prepare and summarize research data and results.
• Contribute to research papers or publications as appropriate.

Skills

In vivo imaging

MATLAB

Neural circuits

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in a related field

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate -IRACDA# The Texas A&M University System Job Search## Postdoctoral Research Associate -IRACDAApply: Bryan, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R-098440**Job Title**Postdoctoral Research Associate -IRACDA**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics**Proposed Minimum Salary**$4,166.67 monthly**Job Location**Bryan, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**Our CommitmentTexas 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 areAs 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 wantThe 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:****Research*** Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting 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.* Other duties as assigned.**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 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**Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.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.