Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Ibt-Ciid-Hurdle

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Houston, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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

The Institute of Biosciences and Technology (IBT) of Texas A&M Health Science Center is seeking highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral candidates to pursue interdisciplinary research in molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, host pathogen interactions and therapeutic discovery. The IBT ab conducts research in antibiotic resistance mechanisms from patient samples, collaborative discovery of anti-infective therapeutics, and bacterial pathogenesis.

What we want

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for performing responsible research work of a technical and complex nature that requires planning and supervising research projects in accordance with general plans approved by the supervisor. Will participate in ongoing projects relating to mechanisms of antibiotic resistance, bacterial genetics and physiology, protein biochemistry and omics techniques as it relates to combating antibiotic resistance.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.   

Location/Schedule: Houston, TX/ Full-Time

Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume.   

Required Education and Experience

• Appropriate doctoral degree 

Preferred Qualifications 

• PhD in Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Host Pathogen Interactions, Cellular and Molecular Biology, or related science. 

• Laboratory research experience in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, protein science and animal models of infectious diseases are preferred.

• Strong interest in laboratory research involving molecular biology in bacteria

• Proficient in molecular biology laboratory techniques, such as RT-qPCR, bacterial genetics, Protein Biochemistry, Western blotting, and microscopy, and use of genomics including comparative genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics.

Responsibilities

• Conducts independent research relating to bacterial mechanisms of resistance and discovery and characterization of drug targets; carries out research problem solving; research literature in connection to possible procedures and experiments; modifies experiments to suit the particular research needs.

• Prepares data for analysis and prepares samples.

• Obtain original research results.

• Organize and maintain equipment used in the lab.

• Collects, records, complies, analyzes research data: documents and interprets results of experiments and reports to the principal investigator(s).

• Assistance in basic operation of the lab, organization of lab supplies, and maintenance of equipment.

• Participate in animal experiments to evaluate drug efficacy or pathogenesis.

• Prepare data for charts, graphs, photographs, figures, and manuscripts for papers, meetings, and for publication in journals.

• Prepare slides for presentation at scientific conferences and meetings.

• Assist with research grant proposals to funding agencies and provide publishable reports for conference and journal presentations.

• This will include library research into new approaches.

• Participate in weekly lab meetings within the center and other departments.

• Participate in joint projects involving faculty, junior lab personnel, and graduate students.

• Provide assistance to graduate students and junior lab personnel.

 

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  

• 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 prepopulate 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.