Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Poultry Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Description and Responsibilities:

This is a full-time, 12-month position with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding. The position is housed within the Department of Poultry Science at Texas A&M University. The successful candidate will contribute to research focused on poultry nutrition, nutrition management, and flock health. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Staying current with literature relevant to poultry nutrition and health.
• Designing and conducting research trials with meat-type and egg-type chickens.
• Leading and assisting with laboratory analyses of biological samples in alignment with research objectives.
• Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and presenting at national and international conferences.
• Supervising undergraduate and graduate students involved in related research projects.
• Contributing to the preparation and submission of competitive grant proposals.
• Other duties as required.

Required Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in Poultry Science or a related field.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in Poultry Nutrition.
• Experience in conducting poultry research trials.
• Demonstrated record of scientific publication.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary research environments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders such as poultry producers and industry professionals.
• Ability to travel as needed for field-based or on-farm trials.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in website development and resource dissemination.
• Previous involvement in outreach activities, event organization, or summit coordination.
• Experience with modeling tools.
• Familiarity with poultry feed formulation software for research applications.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and use of analytical tools such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.
• Strong skills in managing and interpreting production-related data.

Application Materials:

Applicants should submit the following:

• A complete curriculum vitae (CV)
• Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (B.S., M.S., Ph.D.)
• A statement (maximum 1,000 words) outlining your anticipated contributions to this position
• A sample model (e.g., a publication or website) that demonstrates relevant skills
• Names, affiliations, and contact information for three references willing to provide letters of recommendation upon request

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/Veterans/Disability Employer.