Research Scientist

Responsibilities

• Research Design, Execution, and Analysis
• -Conducts complex independent research within a specialized field of expertise.
• -Applies advanced scientific knowledge, technical skills, and research methods to carry out assigned research projects.
• -Designs, performs, and evaluates experiments, studies, or research activities consistent with project goals.
• -Collects, analyzes, interprets, and summarizes research data.
• -Identifies research challenges and applies appropriate methods to support project progress and completion.-
• Research Documentation, Publications, and Reporting
• -Writes, reviews, and contributes to research papers, articles, manuscripts, and other scholarly publications.
• -Prepares summaries of research findings, data analyses, and project outcomes.
• -Actively participates in the preparation of technical progress reports for research sponsors, collaborators, and institutional stakeholders.
• -Maintains accurate research records, documentation, and files in accordance with project, departmental, and institutional requirements.
• Presentations and Research Communication
• -Prepares presentation materials related to research topics, findings, methods, and project progress.
• -Presents or assists with presenting research findings to small and/or large groups.
• -Communicates research progress, results, and technical information to faculty, researchers, sponsors, students, and collaborators.
• Mentoring, Supervision, and Collaboration
• -May assist, train, or mentor student researchers, Postdoctoral Research Associates, Assistant Research Scientists, Associate Research Scientists, and other research personnel working on related projects.
• -May supervise assigned staff and/or students.
• -Collaborates with faculty, researchers, and multidisciplinary team members to support research objectives.
• -Provides technical guidance and support to research personnel as needed.
• Worksite, Equipment, and Research Operations
• -Oversees the preparation, organization, and cleaning of the research worksite.
• -Determines supplies, materials, and equipment needed to conduct research effectively.
• -Uses and maintains research equipment appropriate to the area of study.
• -Supports compliance with applicable safety, operational, and institutional procedures.
• Grant and Project Support
• -Assists with grant acquisition, proposal preparation, and related research development activities.
• -Supports planning and coordination of research activities, timelines, and deliverables.
• -Contributes information, data, and written materials needed for funding applications or sponsor communications.
• Performs Other Duties as Assigned
• -Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental, research, and institutional needs.
• -May work evenings, weekends, or outside normal business hours as required by research activities.
• -May travel as required for research, presentations, collaboration, or project-related activities.
• Education and Experience:
• Required Education:
• -Ph.D. in Virology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Entomology, or a closely related field.
• Required Experience:
• -Six or more years of related postdoctoral or professional research experience in a specialized biological research field.
• Preferred Experience:
• -Experience conducting research on arthropod-borne viruses, mosquito-borne disease systems, viral suppressors of RNA silencing, small RNA pathways, or vector-borne disease control strategies.
• -Experience leading or substantially contributing to complex research projects from experimental planning through data interpretation and manuscript preparation.
• -Experience in an academic research laboratory, university research setting, or comparable research institution.
• -Experience mentoring, training, or provi

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Research Scientist 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. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information We are seeking a Research Scientist, who under general supervision, designs, performs, and analyzes experiments. Mentors students on analyzing and preparing data results.

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