Postdoctoral Research Associate- Lee Lab

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Lee Lab to conduct mammalian cell culture and downstream assays, including EV isolation and protein/nucleic acid analyses. The role involves animal studies, data analysis, and aiding in grant writing, with supervision of undergraduate students.

Ideal candidates hold a doctoral degree and have experience in immunology or cell biology, rodent experiments, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree required.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and animal studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all aspects of mammalian cell cultures and downstream assays including EV isolation and protein/nucleic acid assays.
• Assists with in vivo experiments and tissue collection; supports histological analysis.
• Collaborates with researchers/doctors to advance the project goals.
• Maintains equipment and safe laboratory practices in IRM facilities.
• Prepares research data for publication and presentations at meetings.

Skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Strong English communication

Education

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Tools

Mammalian cell culture

RT-PCR

Western blot

ELISA

Job description

Job TitlePostdoctoral Research Associate- Lee Lab Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Cell Biology and Genetics

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationBryan, Texas

Job TypeStaff Job

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 lab experiments, analyzes and communicates data in the form of primary research articles, aids in grant writing, supervises undergraduate students and performs routine lab duties as required. Performs animal studies and all aspects of mammalian cell culture and downstream assays including protein and nucleic acids assays.

What you need to know

Other Factors: The research directions in the Lee lab include 1) animal studies with type 1 diabetes models, 2) testing the therapeutic potential of MSCs and MSC-derived EVs in animal models, 3) elucidating mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of MSCs and MSC-EVs in animal models. The Lee Lab is funded by NIH/NIDDK.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience: Appropriate doctoral degree
• Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Preferred Qualifications: PhD in in immunology or cell biology.
• Experience in experimentation with rodents and immune cell cultures.
• Experience in experimentation with immunology research or extracellular vesicles.
• Knowledge of lab room preparation and lab techniques and safety.
• Willing to work with laboratory animals Must have an excellent attitude and willingness to learn new techniques appropriate to job functions.
• Must pay attention to detail, keep accurate and up to date research records, maintain equipment records, and follow established protocols.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 lab and follow all guidelines.
• Ability to perform all tasks and job responsibilities safely without injury to self and others in compliance with A&M System and HSC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Research: Conducts all aspects of mammalian cell cultures and downstream assays including isolation of extracellular vesicles from cell culture conditioned medium and protein/nucleic acids assays (RT-PCR, western blot and ELISAs).
• Animal Research: Assists with all aspects of in vivo experiments with laboratory animals (handling animals, drug administration and tissue collections, etc), tissue processing and histological analysis.
• Collaboration: Collaborates with other researchers/doctors to perform research on the area of expertise.
• Cooperates with other members of the laboratory staff in maintaining all instruments and maintaining a safe environment for all throughout the IRM facilities.
• Prepare research data: Prepares research data for publication and presentations at scientific meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Benefits and Perks

• 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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor 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 Statements

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.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.