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 Job Responsibilities: -A pply cutting-edge molecular biology techniques within mosquito-arbovirus models to study pathogen-vector-host interactions in vector-borne diseases. -Leading research projects, optimizing lab processes and experiments, -Contributing to the mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students, -Writing research papers, assisting with grant writing, and presenting experimental data at scientific meetings. -Other duties as required. Required Education and Experience: -Ph.D. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology, Entomology, or a related field. Preferred Education and Experience: - More than 5 years of research experience in relevant fi elds, including medical entomology, molecular biology, virology, and microbiology - Experience with cellular, virology, immunology and microscopy techniques - Extensive hands-on experience in raising/rearing mosquitoes and performing/applying advanced/cutting-edge molecular techniques in mosquito-arbovirus research systems - Experience as a lab manager with the ability to lead and motivate a team, ensuring laboratory efficiency and collaboration Required knowledge, skills or abilities - Ability to analyze complex research data and utilize statistical tools to identify meaningful trends and draw insightful conclusions - Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a strong focus on fostering an environment of open idea sharing and mutual support within the research group - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple research projects, ensuring high standards of process improvement, research development, and experimental design -Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities - Proficiency in a wide range of cellular, molecular biology, immunology, and microscopy techniques, such as real-time PCR (rt-PCR), virus titration, plaque assays, ELISA, fluorescence microscopy - Strong knowledge/understanding of medical entomology and pathogen-vector-host interactions within the context of vector-borne disease transmission cycles. Please attach to your completed application: -Resume/CV -List of references with email and daytime phone numbers All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.