Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Description

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will examine the epigenetic regulation of the paternal genome and its subsequent role in embryo development in the Luense Lab ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) at Texas A&M University.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Animal Science

Commensurate

College Station, Texas

Staff

Contribute to research projects focused on the mechanisms that establish the paternal epigenome and how it subsequently regulates embryo development. Lead research using mammalian animal model systems. Use multi‑omic approaches to investigate paternal and embryonic epigenomes. Provide ample opportunities to collaborate with investigators and partners from various institutions.

• Assist with writing grant proposals, manuscripts, and presentation of research results at academic symposiums/lab meetings.
• Train junior lab members.

• Ph.D. in reproductive biology, cell and developmental biology, genetics, or a similar field.
• Experience in molecular biology.
• Experience with animal research.
• Experience conducting statistical analyses.

• Experience with embryo production and culture.
• Genomic sequencing experience (RNA‑seq, ATAC‑seq, ChIP‑seq).
• Understanding of genomic sequencing analysis.
• Demonstrated publication record.

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate results, interpretations, and recommendations, and to answer complex questions internally and externally.
• Willingness to participate in meetings with stakeholders/industry representatives.

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 other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.