-Tick colony maintenance - including the in vivo and in vitro blood feeding of Ixodid and Argasid tick species in laboratory colonies, with data collection and record keeping associated with colony history.
Preparation and microscopic examination of tick specimens for morphological analysis, data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation and preparation of findings for meetings and journal publication.
Production of adult soft ticks to evaluate reproduction cycles in response to starvation intervals and ticks for transovarial studies with collaborators.
Design, execution and analysis of field studies evaluating applications of acaricide impregnated ear tags for control of ticks and new world screwworm in cattle.
Engagement with project team members and collaborators on discussions, planning, and manuscript development.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
PhD in Entomology with curriculum focus in Livestock Entomology.
Requirements
Experience in conducting field trials of anti-tick products on cattle.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of tick taxonomy, biology and ecology.
-Demonstrated knowledge and skill in conducting tick surveillance for ticks effecting cattle.
Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.
In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
Applicant Instructions
Required Documents
Resume/CV
-List of References with email and daytime phone numbers
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Entomology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
About Texas A&M AgriLife
Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M Forest Service
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
As the nation's largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
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Position Information
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will be responsible for research investigations of ticks and other pests affecting the health and wellbeing of livestock in Texas. This will include the design and execution of experimental protocols for laboratory studies, and field settings involving cattle. Activities will include data collection, analysis, interpretation, reports and manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and presentation to professional meetings.
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