Job description
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Plant Pathology & Microbiology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Responsibilities:
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Conduct research comparing microbiomes of teosinte and modern maize, and elucidate the effect of domestication on microbiome recruitment.
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Generate a large culture collection using high throughput culture methods.
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Prepare cultures for long-term storage (glycerol, lyophilization etc)
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Innovate culture methods for rapid isolation, growth and identification of bacteria.
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Screen microbial cultures for biocontrol properties against pests and pathogens.
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Perform statistical analysis.
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Train graduate students and undergraduate students in microbiology and microbial ecological experimentation.
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Perform and assist in bioinformatic analysis of large metabarcoding, metagenomics and metatranscriptomics data.
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Maintains lab records and ensures up-to-date lab safety documentation.
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Write manuscripts to publish in scientific journals.
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The microbiology lab and the entomology facilities are 5 minutes driving distance from each other, and hence requires a current driver’s license or should be in the process of obtaining a permit.
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Implement other duties as required.
Required Education and Experience:
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PhD in related field (microbial ecology, microbiology, plant pathology, etc.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Aseptic microbiology: both conceptual and demonstrable technical knowledge.
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Microbial culture of bacteria and fungi. Grow microorganisms in pure culture and in interactions.
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Fast learner/self-starter - able to work independently.
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Maintain lab records meticulously.
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Detail oriented.
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Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
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Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others (internal and external collaborations).
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A good understanding of microbial species concept is mandatory.
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Collect phenotypic data from plants (healthy, infected and infested).
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Experience in high throughput culturomics is desirable.
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Experience in working with Nanopore sequencer is desirable.
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Experience and/or interest in laboratory automation will be an advantage.
Notes:
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This is a grant funded position; continued employment contingent on availability of funds.
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Applicants must upload both a cover letter and CV in order to be considered for this position
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 committed to diversity.
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