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Texas A&M University

<div>Job Title
Temporary Research Associate - Srinath Iyengar
Agency
Texas A&amp;M University
Department
Qatar Campus RVACANT
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Doha, Ad Dawhah
Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&amp;M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents &amp; lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Texas A&amp;M University at Qatar campus mission is to educate exemplary engineers and develop world-class leaders through internationally recognized undergraduate and graduate degree programs. We strive to generate new knowledge and intellectual capital through innovative research and collaborative partnerships that yield sustainable impact and advance the development goals of the State of Qatar and the region through expertise and engagement that expand human capital.
What we want
The Temporary Research Associate will support the preparation and testing of paint panels for weathering performance, including UV, alkaline, and water resistance tests, in accordance with relevant ISO standards. The role involves hands-on lab work, data collection, and adherence to standardized procedures. The researcher will also contribute to the development of ISO/IEC 17025 documentation to support laboratory accreditation. This position ensures both technical accuracy and compliance in coating performance evaluation.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire&rsquo;s education and experience.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Special Note: This position is NOT located in the United States. The selected candidate must be willing to relocate to Doha, Qatar. Learn more about life at Texas A&amp;M University at Qatar by visiting this link https://www.qatar.tamu.edu/i-am/faculty-and-staff .
Required Education and Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in relevant field.
</li><li>Two years of related professional experience.
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Preferably to have qualification relevant to the job description.
</li><li>Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
</li></ul>Job Responsibilities
<ul><li>Assist in preparing and coating test panels according to standard laboratory procedures, ensuring consistency in film thickness, curing, and surface preparation.
</li><li>Conducting weathering tests such as UV resistance, alkaline resistance, and water resistance, strictly following the applicable ISO standards.
</li><li>Record and organize (paint blistering, change in color, and other paint defects) test data, observations, and results in a clear and traceable manner for further analysis.
</li><li>Conduct literature reviews and gather relevant technical references related to paint testing and ISO standard methods.
</li><li>Assist in drafting, formatting, and updating laboratory manuals, work instructions, and technical reports required for accreditation and client reporting.
</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation to support both experimental work and compliance with accreditation audits.
</li><li>Support the implementation of ISO 17025 requirements by preparing documentation related to test methods, calibration records, equipment logs, and quality control checks.
</li><li>Ensure that all activities, measurements, and records are carried out in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory quality policies.
</li></ul>Why Texas A&amp;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.
<ul><li>Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&amp;D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&amp;M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
</li><li>12-15 days of annual paid holidays
</li><li>Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
</li><li>Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
</li><li>Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
</li><li>Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
</li><li>Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&amp;M employee
</li><li>Living Well, a program at Texas A&amp;M that has been built by employees, for employees
</li></ul>Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&amp;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 prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Temporary Research Associate - Srinath Iyengar

<div>Job Title
Technician I-IV
Agency
Texas A&amp;M Engineering
Department
Electrical Engineering
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Why work for Texas A&amp;M Engineering?
Who we are
Texas A&amp;M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&amp;M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.
Job Description
Purpose:
The Biotechnology Lab Technician will perform research in the NanoBio Systems Laboratory, a multidisciplinary lab working in the area of microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip, and organ-on-a-chip research for biotechnology and biomedical applications. (website: http://nanobio.tamu.edu)
The project will be highly interdisciplinary and fast-paced, having multiple collaborating labs in mammalian cell biology, microbiology, biotechnology, and engineered microdevices. The candidate is expected to work closely with lab members including postdoctoral researchers and graduate students.
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Perform mammalian cell culture and maintenance
</li><li>Perform and support mammalian cell culture / organ-on-a-chip experiments
</li><li>Work closely with postdoctoral researchers and graduate students in the laboratory working on organ-on-a-chip projects.
</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.
</li></ul>Qualifications*
Minimum qualifications for Technician I:
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent
</li><li>Two years of related experience
</li></ul>Minimum qualifications for Technician II:
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent
</li><li>Three years of related experience
</li></ul>Minimum qualifications for Technician III:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
</li><li>No experience required
</li></ul>Minimum qualifications for Technician IV:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
</li><li>Two years of related experience
</li></ul>*Compensation and classification is based on the analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process.
What is helpful:
<ul><li>Masters degree in cell biology or related fields.
</li><li>Extensive experience in cell biology.
</li><li>Experience in handling cells (mammalian cells, microorganisms) in microsystems.
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
<ul><li>Skills such as cultivation of cell lines and primary cells, cell phenotyping, molecular biology skills, etc.
</li><li>Strong expertise in cell biology and molecular biology disciplines.
</li><li>Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects.
</li></ul>Work Location:
<ul><li>Main Campus &ndash; College Station, TX.
</li><li>Some positions may have potential for a flexible work schedule or location
</li></ul>About Electrical and Computer Engineering:
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&amp;M University leads advanced research in several important national and global areas for the betterment of humanity. Areas of research include power and power electronics, information systems, computer architecture, analog and mixed signals circuits, biomedical imaging, and photonics and semiconductors, with ML/AI infused in several of these research areas. Situated conveniently in the hub of the Dallas&ndash;Austin&ndash;Houston technology triangle, the department collaborates closely with key players in healthcare, computing, telecommunications, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors. It also benefits from its proximity to and engagement with the Army Futures Command and the facilities and test-beds available at the Texas A&amp;M System&rsquo;s RELLIS Campus. With strong support from Texas' robust manufacturing sector and its economy, the department has numerous opportunities to engage in exciting interdisciplinary research partnerships that are shaping the future educational and research landscapes. These partnerships include collaborations and engagement with the Texas A&amp;M Data Science Institute, the Global Cyber Research Institute, the Texas A&amp;M Energy Institute, and the Smart Grid Center.
Texas A&amp;M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
<ul><li>Competitive health benefits.
</li><li>Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
</li><li>Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
</li><li>Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution.
</li><li>Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
</li><li>Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
</li><li>Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
</li><li>Tuition assistance https://engineering.tamu.edu/information/esac/staff-development/staff-development-opportunities.html
</li>Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance. 
<li>
</li></ul>Helpful Applicant Information
Required Materials for Application:
<ul><li>Resume/CV
</li><li>Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
</li><li>Letter of interest
</li></ul>Compensation Philosophy:
<ul><li>Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
</li><li>Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
</li><li>Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.
</li></ul>Employment Eligibility Verification
<ul><li>If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.
</li></ul>All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Technician I-IV

<div>Job Title
Senior Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&amp;M University
Department
Psychology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here&rsquo;s a Glimpse of the Job
The Senior Research Associate conducts independent research requiring advanced expertise and sound judgment in the field of science or learning. This role also requires consistent use of discretion and judgement. The associate will be involved in preparing proposals for funding agencies, operating and maintaining research equipment, and providing mentorship and training to students and lab or field personnel.
Opportunities to Contribute
<ul><li>Designs, plans, conducts, and coordinates research experiments and projects, ensuring effective execution and evaluation throughout all phases.
</li><li>Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques of routine and non-standard research, keeping detailed records of data.
</li><li>Use computer and laboratory equipment to perform statistical and technical analyses of research experiments, summarize results for interpretation and reporting.
</li><li>Recommend project guidelines, procedures, and policies to ensure research activities align with institutional standards and regulatory requirements.
</li><li>Establishes, installs, maintains, operates and/or repairs research equipment.
</li><li>Utilizes summarized results in scientific and/or clientele-oriented publications.
</li><li>Identify funding opportunities, lead proposal development, and manage financial accounts related to research projects and grant submissions.
</li><li>Trains undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical, or field staff involved in research.
</li></ul>Qualifications
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
</li><li>Four years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research.
</li></ul>A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:
<ul><li>Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.
</li><li>Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software.
</li><li>Attention to detail.
</li></ul>Salary: $60,000 annually
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
What you need to do:
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume&rsquo;/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&amp;M University?
Texas A&amp;M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents &amp; lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization:
<ul><li>Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience
</li><li>Clinical Psychology
</li><li>Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology
</li><li>Industrial/Organizational Psychology
</li><li>Social &amp; Personality Psychology
</li></ul>In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Science&rsquo;s 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. To learn more please visit our site at https://artsci.tamu.edu/psychological-brain-sciences/index.html
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.
<ul><li>Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&amp;D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&amp;M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
</li><li>12-15 days of annual paid holidays
</li><li>Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
</li><li>Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
</li><li>Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
</li><li>Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
</li><li>Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&amp;M employee
</li><li>Living Well, a program at Texas A&amp;M that has been built by employees, for employees
</li></ul>Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&amp;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 prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Senior Research Associate

<div>Job Title
Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&amp;M Engineering
Department
Chemical Engineering
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Why work for Texas A&amp;M Engineering?
Who we are
Texas A&amp;M Engineering is a large employer in the great and growing cities of Bryan/College Station, offering thousands of career opportunities in a wide variety of fields. We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and service. Texas A&amp;M Engineering offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.
Job Description
Purpose:
The Research Associate will play a key role in advancing the development and optimization of bioprocesses for the production of high-value Biochemical products using metabolically engineered yeast and other microbial hosts. This position requires hands-on experimental work, data analysis, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve process efficiency, product yield, and scalability. The role is well-suited for a detail-oriented, proactive researcher eager to contribute to cutting-edge biomanufacturing initiatives.
Responsibilities :
Experimental Design &amp; Execution
<ul><li>Support the design and implementation of experiments in microbial metabolic engineering, including:
<ul><li>Genetic and protein engineering.
</li><li>Construction of gene knockouts and pathway modifications.
</li><li>Application of transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic data for strain optimization.
</li><li>Development and application of metabolic modeling approaches.
</li></ul></li><li>Conduct fermentation experiments at bench scale, monitoring key performance indicators (growth, yield, productivity, etc.).
</li><li>Develop and optimize molecular biology and biochemical protocols tailored to engineered strains.
</li></ul>Data Collection &amp; Analysis
<ul><li>Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data using statistical and computational tools.
</li><li>Apply both targeted and untargeted metabolite analysis techniques.
</li><li>Maintain accurate, detailed, and well-organized laboratory records and notebooks.
</li><li>Prepare comprehensive technical reports, visualizations, and presentations to share results with internal teams, collaborators, and stakeholders.
</li></ul>Laboratory Operations &amp; Compliance
<ul><li>Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations as well as University and laboratory-specific guidelines.
</li><li>Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized laboratory environment.
</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Communication
<ul><li>Actively participate in project meetings, providing technical input and critical analysis of experimental results.
</li><li>Collaborate across disciplines (e.g., metabolic engineering, systems biology, process engineering) to advance project goals.
</li><li>Communicate progress, challenges, and recommendations clearly to supervisors and team members.
</li></ul>What is needed:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
</li><li>Two (2) years of professional work experience
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
<ul><li>Strong foundation in molecular Biology, Biochemistry, and Microbial Physiology (experience with yeast required; exposure to bacteria or algae is a plus).
</li><li>Familiarity with genetic manipulation techniques, metabolic Engineering strategies, and Biochemical assays.
</li><li>Proficiency in using statistical and data analysis software.
</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
</li><li>Proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to contribute to innovative research in Biomanufacturing.
</li></ul>What is helpful:
<ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioprocessing, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
</li><li>Minimum of 1 year of hands-on research or laboratory experience in Bioprocessing, or related field (academic research, internships, co-ops, or industrial projects).
</li></ul>About Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering at Texas A&amp;M University boasts some of the brightest Chemical Engineering students and is one of the largest, fully accredited programs in the country. Our degree programs are rather selective as the quality of the candidates keeps growing every year. Besides classroom instruction, many outlets exist for real-world experience such as research opportunities, internships, and co-op education.
Texas A&amp;M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
<ul><li>Competitive health benefits.
</li><li>Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
</li><li>Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options.
</li><li>Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS), a defined benefit retirement plan with 8.25% employer contribution.
</li><li>Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
</li><li>Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
</li><li>Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
</li><li>Tuition assistance Educational Assistance Programs | Texas A&amp;M University Engineering
</li><li>Wellness program release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.
</li></ul>Helpful Applicant Information
Required Materials for Application:
<ul><li>Resume/CV
</li><li>Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
</li><li>Letter of interest
</li></ul>Compensation Philosophy:
<ul><li>Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
</li><li>Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
</li><li>Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.
</li></ul>Employment Eligibility Verification
<ul><li>If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.
</li></ul>All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Research Associate

<div>Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&amp;M University Health Science Center
Department
IBT - CGPM - Ramos
Proposed Minimum Salary
$5,084.00 monthly
Job Location
Houston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&amp;M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents &amp; 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&amp;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. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
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.
Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Qualifications
Required Education
<ul><li>Appropriate PhD in a related field
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Solid training and experience in cardiovascular disease research.
</li><li>Degree in biomedical sciences
</li><li>Knowledge of molecular cloning to generate, construct, and experience in adenovirus application.
</li><li>mouse heart dissection, processing and staining; embryo dissection, Langendorff perfusion, open chest microsurgeries (e.g. transverse aortic constriction, myocardial infarction, and hypertension models), echocardiographic operation and data analysis. Experience with mouse and rat handling and physiology.
</li><li>Primary cardiomyocyte isolation and culture.
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
<ul><li>Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position
</li><li>Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment
</li><li>Attention to detail
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written skills.
</li><li>Presentation skills.
</li><li>Analytical skills
</li><li>Ability to lift and/or move medium-weight objects.
</li></ul>Responsibilities
Research
<ul><li>Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise.
</li><li>Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise.
</li><li>Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.
</li><li>Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
</li><li>Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
</li></ul>Mentoring
<ul><li>May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.
</li></ul>Presentations
<ul><li>Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
</li><li>Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
</li></ul>Lab Meeting/Projects
<ul><li>Participate in lab meetings within the center and other departments.
</li><li>Participate in joint projects
</li><li>involving the laboratory team.
</li><li>Assist with undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
</li></ul>Why Texas A&amp;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.
<ul><li>Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&amp;D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&amp;M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
</li><li>12-15 days of annual paid holidays
</li><li>Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
</li><li>Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
</li><li>Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
</li><li>Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
</li><li>Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&amp;M employee
</li><li>Living Well, a program at Texas A&amp;M that has been built by employees, for employees
</li></ul>Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&amp;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&rsquo; 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 institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.</div>

Postdoctoral Research Associate

<div>Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&amp;M University Health Science Center
Department
Cell Biology and Genetics
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&amp;M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents &amp; 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&amp;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, participates in:
<ul><li>Stem Cell culturing
</li><li>Isolation, characterization and engineering of extracellular vesicles (EVs).
</li><li>Raising rats with Gulf War Illness and mice with traumatic brain injury.
</li><li>In vitro assays, biochemical and molecular biological assays.
</li><li>Data collection and interpretation.
</li><li>Manuscript writing.
</li></ul>Additional duties include intranasal administrations of extracellular vesicles in animal models of aging, traumatic brain injury, neuroinflammation, and Alzheimer&rsquo;s disease, and characterization of therapeutic benefits through behavioral, histological, biochemical, and molecular biological measures.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire&rsquo;s education and experience.
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
<ul><li>Ph.D. degree in Neuroscience, Biotechnology, Biological Sciences.
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Extensive expertise in Cell culture methods for human induced pluripotent stem cells, neural stem cells, neurons, astrocytes, and microglia.
</li><li>Isolation, characterization and engineering of extracellular vesicles from culture media, serum and tissue lysates.
</li><li>Drug treatment in rodent models of human disease via intraperitoneal, intravenous, intranasal or routes, Cognitive function testing in rodent models of neurological and neurodegenerative diseases.
</li><li>Biochemical and molecular biological assays such as ELISA, WB, qPCR and flow cytometry.
</li><li>Immunofluorescence and confocal microscopic techniques.
</li></ul>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
<ul><li>Knowledge of computers and computer software related to data analyses.
</li><li>Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
</li><li>Ability to work in BL2 laboratories
</li><li>Ability to work in the vivarium performing experiments on rats and mice.
</li></ul>Responsibilities
Research
<ul><li>Performs Stem Cell culturing, isolation, and engineering of extracellular vesicles, raising rats with Gulf War Illness and mice with traumatic brain injury, drug treatment to animals, performing mouse and rat neurobehavioral tests, measuring therapeutic effects of intranasal extracellular vesicle treatment in animal models of disease using brain tissue analysis. These will involve immunohistochemical, immunofluorescence, ELISA, WB, and qPCR studies on brain tissue samples to measure the expression of various proteins, mRNAs, and miRNAs.
</li><li>Prepares cultures of neurons and glia, as well as brain tissue sections from harvested rat and mouse brains.
</li></ul>Data Analysis
<ul><li>Analyzes and interprets data with appropriate statistical analysis, prepares data and figures and writes manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
</li><li>Prepares manuscripts for publication
</li><li>Assists in preparing research proposals and progress reports.
</li></ul>Mentorship
<ul><li>Mentors undergraduate and graduate students in their research.
</li></ul>Presentations
<ul><li>Presents scientific data at national and international conferences and makes presentations at lab meetings.
</li></ul>Why Texas A&amp;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.
<ul><li>Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&amp;D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&amp;M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
</li><li>12-15 days of annual paid holidays
</li><li>Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
</li><li>Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
</li><li>Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
</li><li>Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
</li><li>Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&amp;M employee
</li><li>Living Well, a program at Texas A&amp;M that has been built by employees, for employees
</li></ul>Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&amp;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&rsquo; 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 institution&rsquo;s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution&rsquo;s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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