• Postdoctoral Research Associate

    Texas A&M University System (College Station, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M Agrilife Research

     

    Department

     

    Entomology

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    College Station, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Job Responsibilities:

    -Conduct research related to decomposition ecology, forensic applications, integrated pest management, and insect-based feed production.

     

    -Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results.

     

    -Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at professional meetings.

     

    -Assist in writing grant proposals to secure external funding.

     

    -Oversee and manage laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

     

    -Mentor and provide guidance to graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.

     

    -Collaborate with internal and external researchers to advance project objectives.

     

    -Other duties as required.

    Required Education:

    - Ph.D. in Entomology, Ecology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Good communication, computer, and presentation skills.

     

    Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    -S trong publication record in relevant scientific journals.

     

    -Experience in writing grant proposals and securing research funding.

     

    -Ability to present research at professional conferences and meetings.

     

    -Proficiency in experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.

     

    -Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage laboratory activities.

     

    -Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

    Please attach to your completed application:

    -Resume/CV

     

    -List of professional references with email and daytime phone numbers

     

    -Your most significant publication

     

    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.