Postdoctoral Research Associate (Genomics)

Location: College Station, Texas, United States; full-time, with possible weekend or after-hours work and travel as required.

Company

Texas A&M University is a research and teaching university whose Department of Biology covers molecular, genomic, evolutionary, ecological, and other biological sciences.

What you will do

• Investigate the genetic basis of phenotypic variation in Drosophila, focusing on structural variants, repetitive DNA, gene regulation, genome function, and organismal traits.
• Lead independent research projects using molecular biology, genetics, functional genomics, population genomics, pangenomics, genome engineering, computational biology, and bioinformatics.
• Generate and analyze genomic, transcriptomic, epigenomic, and phenotypic datasets using laboratory, computational, sequencing, and high-performance computing resources.
• Develop analytical workflows and maintain organized, reproducible records of experiments and analyses.
• Prepare manuscripts, figures, presentations, and supporting documentation; present findings at conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Collaborate on research and publications, mentor students and laboratory personnel, and contribute to laboratory organization and shared resources.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a related field.
• Ability to conduct independent research and analyze and interpret biological data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, learn new experimental and computational methodologies, and maintain rigorous, reproducible research practices.
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to move up to 25 pounds with or without accommodation.

Nice to have

• Ph.D. in Genetics, Genomics, Molecular Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Peer-reviewed research publications.
• Experience in molecular biology, functional genomics, genetics, genome engineering such as CRISPR/Cas9, bioinformatics, population genomics, evolutionary genomics, or pangenomics.
• Experience analyzing high-throughput sequencing data and interest in integrating experimental and computational approaches.
• Knowledge of genetics, molecular biology, genomics, or evolutionary biology.
• Ability to mentor and train students and laboratory personnel.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, flexible spending, and long-term disability insurance, with university contributions toward employee health and basic life premiums.
• Paid holidays, monthly sick leave, and vacation leave.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Health and wellness programs, professional development resources, LinkedIn Learning, conference and workshop support, tuition assistance, and educational release time.
• Continuing salary and employment are contingent on the future availability of grant or contract funding.
• Employment is subject to a criminal history investigation and verification of credentials and other required information.

Hiring process

• Apply through Texas A&M University; submit all application data or attach a complete resume, as an incomplete submission may be rejected.
• A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and may be uploaded under CV/Resume or replaced by a LinkedIn profile for application prepopulation.