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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Insect Biology, Genetics, and Physiology Texas A&M AgriLife Research in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biochemistry
Funding
Salary is commensurate with qualifications. The full-time employee position offers health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; sick and vacation leave; retirement plan enrollment; and an employee wellness initiative.
Country
United States
University
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
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About this position
Texas A&M AgriLife Research is recruiting a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Entomology in College Station, Texas.
The researcher will investigate insect biology in arthropod systems using genetic, proteomic, transcriptomic, imaging, biochemical, and physiological approaches. Potential research topics include digestion, feeding, development, reproduction, and DNA repair. Responsibilities include designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, maintaining detailed records, preparing figures and manuscripts, presenting findings at conferences, and training research support staff.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Entomology, or a closely related field. Experience in molecular biology is preferred, as is training in insect physiology, biochemistry, or genetics. Strong communication, data analysis, computer, organizational, and teamwork skills are required.
The position offers a commensurate salary and comprehensive employee benefits, including insurance, paid leave, retirement enrollment, and wellness support. Applications should include a cover letter, CV/resume, and reference list.
Funding details
Salary is commensurate with qualifications. The full-time employee position offers health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; sick and vacation leave; retirement plan enrollment; and an employee wellness initiative.
What's required
A Ph.D. in Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Entomology, or a closely related field is required. Preferred qualifications include research training in molecular biology and experience in insect physiology, biochemistry, or genetics. Applicants should have strong verbal and written communication skills, molecular biology and genetic technique capability, data analysis and report-writing skills, computer literacy, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and the ability to work cooperatively. Submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and references with email addresses and daytime phone numbers.
How to apply
Apply through the Workday job portal using the application link. Upload a cover letter explaining relevant experience and career goals, a resume/CV, and a list of references with email and daytime phone numbers.
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