Postdoctoral Research Associate - College Station, United States - Texas A&M University

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Description

Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate


Agency
Texas A&M University


Department
Biology


Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate


Job Location
College Station, Texas


Job Type
Staff


Our Commitment


Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s.

Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.


Who We Are

What We Want


This Postdoctoral Research Associate is being recruited to work on an NSF-funded project examining the neurogenomic basis of species discrimination in darter fishes.

The postdoc will be responsible for conducting research (behavioral observations, transcriptomics analyses on brains, immunohistochemistry on brains, collecting animals from the field, writing manuscripts, animal husbandry, and DNA and RNA extraction).

Additionally, they will contribute to general lab maintenance, safety, supplies and systems administration, and being an engaged team member in the lab by attending lab meetings, relevant lectures and training sessions, and assisting other lab/community members.


What You Need to Know

Salary:
Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.


Required Education and Experience:

Appropriate PhD in neuroethology, behavioral neuroscience, or related field


Preferred Education and Experience:


  • Research experience in neuroethology, behavioral neuroscience, or a related field
  • Ability to organize and analyze large data sets
  • Ability to conduct population genetic analyses and interact with the highpowered computing clusters
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities:

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Research Experiments and Computational Analyses: Conduct sample collection, behavioral observations, bioinformatic and statistical analyses, writing manuscripts, animal husbandry, and DNA and RNA extraction.
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Documentation:Maintain an accurate laboratory notebook, write manuscripts, present findings, and contribute to grant proposals.
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Training:Train new personnel on lab procedures and animal husbandry.
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Lab Duties:Lead the daily function and operation of the Moran lab including the purchasing of supplies, maintenance of a safe and productive physical and computational environment.
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Other Duties:Perform other duties as assigned, which may include accompanying other lab members on field trips (ranging in length from in - 7 days).


Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
days of annual paid holidays

  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatically 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
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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