Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate – Toney Lab Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Medical Physiology Proposed Minimum Salary Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience. Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Full-Time Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 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. The Postdoctoral Research Associate 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 laboratory worksites. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty. Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience. Location: Bryan, TX; May travel as required. Schedule: Full-Time; May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours. Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. Required Education and Experience Appropriate PhD, MD, or DVM in a related field. Experience in one or more of the following (i) whole cell patch clamp electrophysiology and optogenetics in brain slices (ii) in vivo single neuron recording to include surgical isolation of peripheral nerve signals from postganglionic sympathetic fibers and/or phrenic fibers, (iii) live cell imaging of genetically encoded reporters (calcium, chloride, potassium, voltage, etc.) with photo-uncaging drug delivery. Ability to exhibit ambition and urgency in achieving near- and long-term career success, especially in pursuit of high-quality publications and extramural fellowship training support. Ability to exhibit continuous intellectual ownership of the assigned research project. 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 the worksite. Analyzes research data and summarizes results. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Lab Specific Duties Perform mouse and/or rat experiments utilizing ex vivo and/or in vivo electrophysiological methods appropriate to the project objectives and based on the prevailing and evolving hypothesis. Integrate optogenetic and/or chemogenetic (DREADDs) methodologies that complement and extend evidence generated in electrophysiological experiments. Perform site-specific stereotaxic surgery to deliver drugs, neuronal tracers and/or viral vectors to manipulate functional brain circuits. Expose rats and/or mice to chronic intermittent hypoxic hypercapnia to model sleep apnea. Perform experiments investigating mechanisms to treat respiratory depression by fentanyl and/or other prescribed or abused opiates. Ensure that laboratory data records, tissue samples and experimental reagents are carefully maintained and that all applicable institutional data security and laboratory safety protocols are followed. 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 topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups. Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors. 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. 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