What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Associate - Geoffroy Lab position at Texas A&M University Health Science Center?
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Geoffroy LabAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Neuroscience & Experimental TherapeuticsProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Bryan, TexasJob Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will utilize the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise; writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications; assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite; may collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience.
Other: This is a part-time, temporary position. This position may have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours; may travel as required.
Required Education and Experience
Appropriate PhD in a related field
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written skills
Presentation skills
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Responsibilities
Research: Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting research into their field of expertise. Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.
Analyzes research data and summarizes results. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
General Lab: Develop various electrical engineering techniques system implementation using microprocessor. Develop UI with Labview (and other programs). Optimized electrical stimulation system with the application phase optimized by deep reinforcement learning.
Mentoring: May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.
Presentations: Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups. Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
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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