CHEManager International · 13 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will bioengineer novel solutions for the systemic or local delivery of mRNA Therapeutics, generating novel RNA Nanomedicines and effective RNA Delivery Systems in the Center for Cardiovascular Regeneration at Houston Methodist Research Institute.
Responsibilities
Research - Aid in the exploration of the following: Develop novel therapeutics delivery systems. Delivery of mRNA using electroporation, physicochemical approaches such as microfluidic channel membrane modulation, focused ultrasound, and lipid nanoparticles. Generate novel RNA Nanomedicines. Effective RNA delivery systems
Data Analysis - Collects, compiles, and analyzes data. Documents and interprets results of experiments and report to the Principal Investigator. Assist the Pl with the preparation and presentation of completed analysis. Prepare data from charts, figures, and manuscripts for papers, meetings, publication, and journals. Preparation of slides for presentation at scientific conferences and meetings. Use applicable software to create database, perform statistical analysis, present data and perform other computer related tasks as directed by supervisor
General Laboratory Operation - Operate all the instrumentation needed for projects and compiling data; makes and records observations and measurements. Coordinates with Principal Investigator to write and present scientific papers, grant proposals, and manuscripts for publication. Participate in joint projects involving faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and technicians
Meetings - Participate in weekly lab meetings with the center and other departments. Participate in joint projects involving the laboratory team. Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline
Preferred
Experience in quantitative sciences and engineering but also a background in RNA biology, biochemistry or cell biology
One year of postdoctoral experience is preferable
Training in molecular biology, genetics or biochemistry
Benefits
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
Company
CHEManager International
Wiley’s leading media brand providing first-hand information on the global chemical, life science and process industries
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase