Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job TitlePostdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Ibt-Ciid-Hurdle Proposed Minimum Salary$5,084.00 monthly Job LocationHouston, Texas Job TypeStaff 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 Institute of Biosciences and Technology (IBT) of Texas A&M Health Science Center is seeking highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral candidates to join the laboratory of Dr. Julian Hurdle, to pursue interdisciplinary research in host pathogen interactions and therapeutic discovery. The Hurdle lab conducts research in antibiotic resistance mechanisms from patient samples, collaborative discovery of anti-infective therapeutics, and bacterial pathogenesis. This position provides broad training to develop independent, highly motivated scientists in an outstanding collaborative environment that integrates basic and translational sciences. The successful candidate will conduct research focused on mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of gastrointestinal diseases. This position offers an excellent opportunity to engage in innovative research, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and develop a comprehensive understanding of gastrointestinal microbiology, pathogenesis, and drug discovery. Expertise in molecular genetics, protein biochemistry and animal models is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will conduct high-quality research using advanced techniques in microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, multi-omics, and animal models of disease. The candidate will design and perform experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. Present research findings at national and international conferences. Collaborate with other researchers and faculty members on interdisciplinary projects. Candidates will also have the opportunity to mentor graduate students and junior scientists. IBT is an internationally recognized leader in biomedical and health science research located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, TX, with strengths in Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases, Epigenetics, Precision Medicine, Genomics, Cancer/Stem Cell Biology, and Therapeutic Discovery. The Texas Medical Center (TMC), the worlds largest medical complex, is at the forefront of advancing life sciences. IBT is part of the Gulf Coast Consortia, which affords multiple opportunities for career development, access to state-of-art research cores, and collaboration with TMC institutions, such as University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Rice University, Baylor College of Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Methodist Research Institute. What you need to know Salary: $5,084/monthly Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents. Qualifications Required Education Appropriate doctoral degree in the general field of biological sciences. Preferred Qualifications PhD in Biology, Genetics, Pathology, Microbiology, infectious Diseases, Host Pathogen Interactions, Molecular Biology, related science. Laboratory research experience in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry and animal models of infectious diseases. Expertise in molecular genetics, protein biochemistry and animal models A record of published work that is commensurate with experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must be literate in the English language and able to comprehend and follow both written and verbal instructions. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English. Proficient in standard molecular biology laboratory techniques, such as RT-qPCR, Western blotting, tissue culture, immunoprecipitations, ELISA, tissue staining, fluorescence microscopy, and flow cytometry. Responsibilities Research Experiments Responsible for evaluation, selection, and application of standard techniques. Conduct standard molecular biology laboratory techniques, such as RT-qPCR, Western blotting, tissue culture, immunoprecipitations, ELISA, tissue staining, fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, animal experimentation, cell biology and genomics. Research Data Keeps detailed records of data. Uses computers and laboratory equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, technical evaluation and presentation of research experiments and results. Evaluates and summarizes results for inclusion in scientific publications and presentations. Collaborations Conducts literature searches and reviews, attends seminars, lab meetings and journal clubs. Participates in joint projects involving faculty, lab personnel and graduate students. Contribute as participant in research grant proposals, paper reviews, and provide publishable reports for journal presentation. This will include library research into new approaches. Laboratory Maintenance Installs, operates, and/or repairs research equipment. Assists with maintaining lab equipment, stocks, and ordering supplies and equipment. 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 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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistancefor 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 pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. 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. 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