Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

$25.97 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

Are you passionate about cutting-edge research in nonlinear optical and scattering techniques? Join our team in the Chemistry Department as a part-time Postdoctoral Research Associate! In this role, you will support the development and implementation of nonlinear scattering setups and contribute to ongoing research on the role of interfaces in liquid-liquid phase separation and carbohydrate recognition. Ideal candidates will have a experience in colloidal nanomaterials, soft matter, and optical spectroscopy or microscopy techniques. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate closely with both graduate and undergraduate students, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment. This position is part-time, requiring a commitment of 20 hours per week. Apply now to be a part of our exciting journey in advancing scientific knowledge!

Opportunities to Contribute

• Designs and performs experiments at soft matter interfaces using advanced nonlinear vibrational spectroscopy and scattering.

• Builds and optimizes the nonlinear spectroscopy and scattering setup for multiple interfacial molecular structure measurements.

• Actively collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on research and publications. 

• Works with graduate and undergraduate students in the lab towards solving problems related to interface characterization.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Physics or related field.

A well-qualified candidate will also possess

• Knowledge of colloids, emulsions, nanomaterials.

• Experience with optical setup construction as it pertains to required research.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience working with vibrational spectroscopy or micro spectroscopy techniques.

• Expertise in laser systems, nonlinear optics, and optical setup construction.

Hourly Rate: $25.97 per hour  

Schedule: This part time position may require work during the night and on weekends.

Special Note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.

What You Need to Do

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/     

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation  each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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.

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