Postdoctoral Research Associate

* Environmental microbiology for microbial community analysis, antibiotic-resistant genes and pathogens in water, soil, plants, and sludge.
* Environmental processes, including adsorption, advanced oxidation/reduction, and biological treatment.
* Advanced or renewable materials, including biochar and other carbon materials, for water purification and environmental remediation.
* Production of biofuels, biochemicals, and bioproducts from various waste.
* Greenhouse gas control in soil, water, and contaminated sites.
* Supervise technicians and undergraduates.
* Coordinate research activities with a large team of collaborators.
* Present data in scientific meetings.
* Prepare manuscripts for publication.
* Research activities with a multidisciplinary team of collaborators, including university faculty, industry partners, and external research institutions.
* Foster strong relationships with collaborators to ensure seamless communication, sharing of data, and integration of research objectives.
* Supervise laboratory technicians, undergraduate, and graduate students.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Ph.D. in environmental engineering science, chemical engineering, biological engineering, agricultural engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
* Experience with water treatment, biofuel and bioproducts, emerging contaminants, and advanced materials.
* Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Statistical analysis.
** Salary:
** Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
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* Location:

** Stephenville, Texas (pop. 25,000) is in Erath County, approximately 90 miles southwest of Fort Worth, Texas. Agriculture, education, and manufacturing are the leading industries for the area. Stephenville is the proud home of Tarleton State University, the founding member of the Texas A&M system.

As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service.
If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M Agri Life has to offer you.
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