Postdoctoral Research Associate: Texas A&M AgriLife Research is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral research fellows to advance health through agriculture. You will work under the guidance of renowned scientists at Texas A&M University and the USDA. This is an opportunity to engage in collaborative research focused on prevention of diet-related chronic diseases and plant genetics.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Nutrition, Plant Genetics, Biofortification |
| Location | College Station, Texas |
| Application Type | Full-time |
| Job Requisition ID | R-079750 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD degree in plant biology/genetics, human nutrition, physiology, nutritional epidemiology, biotechnology, food systems, or closely related fields (within 5 years of obtaining).
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Plant Geneticist/ Plant Physiologist Positions:
- Execute experiments for measuring plant nutrient accumulation.
- Conduct studies in both greenhouse and field conditions.
- Perform wet-lab methods for metabolomics, ionomics, and genomics.
- Nutrition-Related Positions:
- Design studies to examine the effects of diet on health outcomes.
- Develop mechanistic studies linking food components to health.
- Innovate methods linking the food nutrition environment with health.
Ongoing Projects:
- Investigate micronutrient uptake, secondary metabolite accumulation, and genotype-environment interactions.
- Research on maternal obesity, nutrition, and the impact of novel foods on health.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents:
- A copy of your CV
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position
- Names of three professional references
Submit the application through the Texas A&M AgriLife Research job portal.
Last Date to Apply
Until position filkled
Note:
This position is limited to 3 years contingent on annual performance evaluations. All applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
