• Associate Research Scientist

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


    Job Title

     

    Associate Research Scientist

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M Agrilife Research

     

    Department

     

    Biochemistry & Biophysics

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    College Station, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Qualifications

    Required Education:

    Doctoral degree in Life Sciences or Engineering or combination of experience and education.

    Required Experience:

    3 years progressively responsible experience with project oversight.

    Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

     

    High level of technical expertise and collaborative engagement.

    Job Responsibilities

    40%: Cryo-EM Facility Operations and Technical Support

    • Assist the Director with the day-to-day operation of the cryo-EM facility, including instrument oversight, maintenance scheduling, and coordination with Thermo-Fisher technical support.

    • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for users of the Krios G4 and related instrumentation.

    • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and best practices for sample handling and instrument use.

    • Monitor environmental conditions and coordinate with building operations to maintain optimal instrument performance.

    20%: Instrumentation Development and Integration

    • Participate in planning and executing the installation, calibration, and commissioning of new cryo-EM and related equipment.

    • Collaborate with vendors and institutional personnel to prepare space, infrastructure, and documentation for new instruments.

    • Develop protocols for advanced imaging techniques, including cryo-electron tomography and microED.

    20%: Computational Infrastructure and Data Analysis Support

    • Develop and maintain computing resources and software pipelines for data processing, including motion correction, 3D reconstruction, and tomographic analysis.

    • Support users in data transfer, storage, and access to high-performance computing resources.

    • Stay current with emerging cryo-EM software tools and workflows; implement updates and provide documentation.

    10%: User Training and Outreach

    • Train and mentor users on best practices in sample preparation, data acquisition, and preliminary data analysis.

    • Assist with the development of training materials, SOPs, and documentation.

    • Support outreach efforts by contributing to workshops, seminars, and presentations to promote cryo-EM capabilities.

    5%: Research Collaboration and Method Development

    • Collaborate with faculty and researchers on method development projects to optimize cryo-EM workflows and expand the scope of facility capabilities.

    • Assist in the preparation of scientific figures and technical descriptions for grant proposals and publications.

    5%: Performs Other Duties as Assigned

    • Carry out additional tasks in support of the department or university’s research mission as needed.

     

    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.