Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Who we are  

The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff, and students in teaching, research, and outreach programs.     

What we want  

The Postdoctoral Research Associate is responsible for conducting research focused on the genomic architecture of reproductive isolation in mammals. This position is in the Murphy Lab located in the Department of Veterinary Integrative Biosciences and the Center for Comparative Genomics, a new campus initiative to expand faculty and research teams focused on basic and applied aspects of genomic research within domestic and natural populations. This position will analyze complete genomic datasets from multiple mammalian systems to dissect the repeatability of X-linked reproductive isolation. 

What you need to know  

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.   

Location: College Station, Texas, with occasional travel to partner institutions across the continental United States. 

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. 

Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume.   

Required Education and Experience: 

• PhD in Genetics and Genomics or closely related fields. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Relevant experience in comparative genomics as demonstrated through publications in peer-reviewed journals. 

• Relevant experience in whole genome analysis of mammalian or vertebrate genomes. 

• Experience with comparative and evolutionary genomic approaches 

• Relevant laboratory skills for comparative genomics (HMW DNA extraction, library preparation, cell culture). 

• Experience with natural history collections. 

Responsibilities: 

• Carry out bioinformatic analysis of mammalian genome sequence data and generating novel genome assemblies

• Use computer software for genome assembly, sequence alignment, and comparative genomic analyses.

• Develop new software for comparative genomics and phylogenomics.

• Analyze complete genomic datasets from multiple mammalian systems to dissect the repeatability of X-linked reproductive isolation.

• Analyze research data and summarize results.

• Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.

• Provide general lab management and supervision of undergraduate students and research assistants.

• Assist with the preparation and cleaning of the worksite.

• Develop and prepare text and budgetary information for grant proposals.

• Review draft proposals for accuracy and content

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas   

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees  

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