Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Entomology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
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Position Information
Job Summary:
Coordinate with research colleagues in the Department of Entomology (Dr. Keyan Zhu Salzman, Dr Jeffery Tomberlin, others) on a project conducted by a team of researchers evaluating alternative radiation sources for the implementation of Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) to control screwworm flies. Coordinate activities with Dr. Suresh Pillai and his team at the National Center for Electron Beam Research at Texas A&M University, and other colleagues at Texas A&M University and the USDA.
Job Responsibilities:
10% - Design, plan, conduct, and coordinate experiments in support of screwworm SIT project(s).
10% - Rearing/maintenance of blow fly colonies.
10% - Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research; keep detailed records of data.
10% - Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
10% - Summarize results for inclusion in scientific and clientele-oriented publications.
10% - Prepare and write proposals to funding agencies; maintain financial accounts related to research projects.
10% - Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical, or field staff involved in research.
5% - Assist in basic lab management and insect care, as necessary.
5% - Conduct biological assays associated with eBeam, X-ray, and gamma radiation-treated blow flies.
5% -Install, operate, and/or repair research equipment
10% - Other duties as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Entomology, Zoology, Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to design, implement, and analyze experiments/experimental data relating to the SIT project and other possible related projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively use a personal computer to communicate, prepare proposals to include cost information on spreadsheets as applicable, and provide reports of activities
- Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, students, and staff
- Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
- Detail-oriented with the ability to organize tasks and prioritize work with minimal supervision
- Presentation and Analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two years of experience in insect rearing in a lab setting, particularly blow fly rearing
- Two years of research experience/background/training in molecular biology techniques.
Position Funding:
-This position is funded through grants or contracts. Continued employment is dependent upon ongoing funding and satisfactory job performance.
Restrictions and Other:
Does this position or the job duties performed involve use of restricted items, software or technology covered by Export Controls regulations?
- No
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