Postdoctoral Research Associate

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

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, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will utilize the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. Initial studies will focus on burn wounds, improving healing, and assessing multiple wound factors using imaging and sensors. This is a part-time position, working 19.5 hours per week.

What you need to know

Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.

This is a part-time position, working 19.5 hours per week.

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate PhD in a related field

• No experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written skills

• Presentation skills

• Analytical skills

• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to work with large animal models

• Experience with tissue culture and primary cell isolation

• Knowledge of immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry

• Experienced with animal models

• Prior experience with wound healing research

Responsibilities

Research

• Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise.

• Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise.

• Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.

• Analyzes research data and summarizes results.

• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.

• Designs, plans, conducts and coordinates experiments in support of various research projects.

• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques of routine and non-standard research, keeping detailed records of data.

• Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.

• Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates research projects.

• Recommends project guidelines, procedures, policies, rules and regulations.

• Establishes, installs, maintains, operates and/or repairs research equipment.

• Works with staff at the Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies (TIPS) using large animal models (pigs).

• Works with collaborators to develop preliminary data and analyze animal model outcomes

• Develops tissue culture assays to support research goals and isolation of primary cells

• Performs flow cytometry experiments

• Performs immunohistochemistry experiments and analysis

Mentoring

• May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.

• Trains undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.

Presentations

• Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.

• Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Research Publications:

• Utilizes summarized results in scientific and/or clientele-oriented publications.

• Prepares and writes proposals to funding agencies and maintains financial accounts related to research projects.

Manages Supplies

• Orders and verifies receipt of orders through AggieBuy

• Oversees training and certifications of students and trainees in the research environment

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Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Us

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.

The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.

From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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