Job Information
Texas A&M University Postdoctoral Research Associate in United States
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Horticultural Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Animal Cell/Plant cell Molecular biology Postdoctoral Position:The postdoctoral position is for a candidate to be involved in different projects conducting research related to animal cell/plant cell molecular biology in relation to drug discovery of bioactive compounds from plants and plant products. This will include molecular target identification of natural products from plants with health promoting properties and focus on human chronic diseases. The candidate must have of preference a cell molecular biology background at the PhD level. The candidate must have an in depth experience in the use and data interpretation of standard molecular biology techniques including gene and protein expression, chemical and biochemical assays applied to cell studies in-vitro and in-vivo animal models. In addition, the candidate will be expected to support different projects in the lab. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Education:
PhD
Preferred Experience:
Cell molecular biology background at the PhD level.
In depth experience in the use and data interpretation of standard molecular biology techniques including gene and protein expression, chemical and biochemical assays applied to cell studies in-vitro and in-vivo animal models. In addition, a background in immunology and chronic diseases is preferred.
Required knowledge, skills and abilities:
Good communication and computer skills.
Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.
Other Information:
The postdoctoral research associate position is involved in different projects conducting research related to animal cell/plant cell molecular biology in relation to drug discovery of bioactive compounds from plants and plant products. In addition, the position will be expected to support different projects in the lab. This position is for Dr. Cisneros-Zevallos Lab at Texas A&M University.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct research in the area described, write reports, manuscripts and paper submission, support proposal writing, support several projects in the lab, train students in the use of molecular techniques, manage lab activities including purchase, inventory, equipment maintenance.
70%- Research activities
20%- Lab management
10%- Other duties as assigned
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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you.
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/extension-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/college-home/)
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/agency/tvmdl-home/)
Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners.
Prospective employee benefits
Retirement programs
Commitment to inclusive excellence (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/)
Strategic plan