Postdoctoral Research Associate

2 weeks ago

College Station, United States Texas A&M University Full time

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

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 Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for an Postdoctoral Research Associate to serve as a member of the Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology team. The Postdoctoral Research Associate leads a collaborative research effort to delineate new roles for mitochondria in innate immunity. Investigates mitochondria as signaling organelles in the immune system and explores innate immune and inflammatory responses in animal models of mitochondrial disease/dysfunction. Performs laboratory bench and computer work.

Required Education and Experience:

* Appropriate PhD



Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Expertise with cell biological methods and approaches


* Extensive expertise with laboratory animals is not required, but a strong desire to learn and become proficient in mouse husbandry and in vivo methodologies is required


* Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others


* Ability to perform all tasks and job responsibilities safely without injury to self and others in compliance with A&M System and HSC guidelines



Preferred Qualifications:

* Expertise in immunology and/or cancer biology, with an emphasis on signal transduction


* Prior experience with small animal husbandry and use in experimentation


* Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses


* Ability to communicate effectively, present data and perform other computer related tasks as directed by the supervisor


* Detailed oriented


* Outstanding record keeping skills


* Familiarity with BSL2 research environment


* Strong publication track record


* Ability to lead collaborative research endeavors


* Proficiency in written and spoken English



Responsibilities:

Research

* Conducts research that applies to the role of mitochondria in immunity and cancer.


* Through experiments, exploits microbiology, microscopy, molecular biology, immunology, and cancer biology approaches.


* Performs experiments in BSL2 research environments and involve research on human and mouse cell lines and live mice.



Data Analysis

* Analyzes data, prepares statistical analyses and summarizes data for use in submission to journals and other scientific publications.


* Performs computer data entry and analysis using statistical software.



Scientific Writing

* Works with the Principal Investigator to prepare and submit competitive research proposals for funding from private, state, and federal granting agencies, including American Cancer Society, NIH, CPRIT.


* Seeks out opportunities for funding related to cancer biology, immunology, and/or infectious disease.


* Writes, submits and publishes manuscripts in high impact journals as well as presenting research findings at international scientific meetings.



Mentoring and Administrative

* Mentors trainees in the laboratory, ensure proper research compliance and biosafety practices are followed.


* Trains other research support staff and provides oversight for management of laboratory functions such as safety issues, inventory, ordering supplies and equipment, and general lab clean-up.


* Performs other duties as assigned.



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