Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Food Science & Technology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Job Responsibilities + Conduct food chemistry experiments and food composition and metabolic analysis of biological collections by LC-MC and GC-MS. + Co-author and publish manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals, prepare scientific reports, and present scientific data at local and national conferences. + Support the PI in the design, plan, conduct, and coordination of experiments in suppport of various research projects. + Maintain detailed records of data including master data spreadsheets and research protocols. + Monitor project budgets. + Manage and lead all current and pending laboratory research as well as coordinate on human clinical trials including IRB approval, recruitment, enrollment, scheduling, data analysis, and data security in a BSL2 laboratory. + Create sample collection and data analysis protocols. + Manage a food chemistry laboratory, supervise research undergraduate and graduate students, oversee laboratory supply and equipment purchases and assist in equipment maintenance. + Prepare and lead annual laboratory audits required by TAMU EHS and IBS committees. + Interview, hire, and supervise all student worker lab assistants. + Conduct lab safety and biohazard training for all research nurses and undergraduate and graduate students + Organize and lead journal club and lab meetings. + Other duties as required. Required Education. + PhD or related degree in food science, food engineering, or related Preferred Skills, Knowledge or Abilities + Previous experience with metabolomics of phytochemicals, biological mass spectroscopy, cell culture in the field of human health, fecal/bacterial fermentations, phytochemical extractions, general food processing unit operations, food drying and concentration techniques, use of enzymes in food processing operations + Experience in the area of human clinical trials or work in areas of health benefits of plant-based foods is a preference. Required knowledge, skills, abilities: + Ability to interact and work effectively as a team member. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Good communication and computer skills. 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.