Texas A&M AgriLife Research
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Texas A&M AgriLife Research
located in Stephenville, Texas. This full‑time staff position is grant‑funded and offers a salary commensurate with qualifications.
Job Details
Agency:
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department:
Stephenville
Job Type:
Staff (Full‑time)
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications
Location:
Stephenville, Texas
Position Funding:
Grant‑funded; availability depends on grant funding
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 and most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife unites a college and four state agencies to advance education, research, extension, and service. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every Texas county, we are uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments, and the Texas economy.
Position Overview The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Stephenville seeks a highly motivated, full‑time postdoctoral research associate with a strong background in environmental microbiology, environmental processes, advanced or renewable materials for environmental applications, waste‑derived biofuels and bioproducts, and greenhouse gas control.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct environmental microbiology studies, including microbial community analysis, antibiotic‑resistant genes, and pathogens in water, soil, plants, and sludge.
Investigate environmental processes such as adsorption, advanced oxidation/reduction, and biological treatment.
Develop advanced or renewable materials (e.g., biochar) for water purification and environmental remediation.
Produce biofuels, biochemicals, and bioproducts from various waste streams.
Implement greenhouse gas control strategies in soil, water, and contaminated sites.
Supervise technicians, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Coordinate research activities with a multidisciplinary team of collaborators.
Present data at scientific meetings and prepare manuscripts for publication.
Foster strong relationships with collaborators to ensure seamless communication and data sharing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in environmental engineering science, chemical engineering, biological engineering, agricultural engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, or molecular biology.
Experience with water treatment, biofuel and bioproducts, emerging contaminants, and advanced materials.
Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
Statistical analysis experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in production and applications of biochar for environmental, energy, and agricultural processes.
Proficiency in environmental biotechnology, including microbial community analysis and antibiotic resistance studies.
Knowledge of advanced materials, including biochar and carbon materials.
Experience in producing biofuels and bioproducts from agricultural waste, microalgae, and other biomass.
Experience with emerging contaminant treatment (e.g., antibiotics, algal toxins, PFAS) in water and soil.
Familiarity with analytical instruments (LC/MS, HPLC, GC, ICP, XRD, SEM/EDX, XPS, etc.).
Experience in molecular techniques such as qPCR and 16S microbial community analysis.
Compensation and Benefits Compensation is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance, 12–15 days of annual paid holidays, up to eight hours of paid sick leave, a minimum of eight hours of paid vacation each month, automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and an employee wellness initiative.
Applicant Instructions Applications must include all job application data or a resume. Incomplete submissions may be rejected. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the application.
Required Documents
Cover letter
CV
Three professional references
All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants will be subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon credential verification and compliance with institutional procedures.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
role at
Texas A&M AgriLife Research
located in Stephenville, Texas. This full‑time staff position is grant‑funded and offers a salary commensurate with qualifications.
Job Details
Agency:
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department:
Stephenville
Job Type:
Staff (Full‑time)
Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications
Location:
Stephenville, Texas
Position Funding:
Grant‑funded; availability depends on grant funding
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 and most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife unites a college and four state agencies to advance education, research, extension, and service. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every Texas county, we are uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments, and the Texas economy.
Position Overview The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Stephenville seeks a highly motivated, full‑time postdoctoral research associate with a strong background in environmental microbiology, environmental processes, advanced or renewable materials for environmental applications, waste‑derived biofuels and bioproducts, and greenhouse gas control.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct environmental microbiology studies, including microbial community analysis, antibiotic‑resistant genes, and pathogens in water, soil, plants, and sludge.
Investigate environmental processes such as adsorption, advanced oxidation/reduction, and biological treatment.
Develop advanced or renewable materials (e.g., biochar) for water purification and environmental remediation.
Produce biofuels, biochemicals, and bioproducts from various waste streams.
Implement greenhouse gas control strategies in soil, water, and contaminated sites.
Supervise technicians, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Coordinate research activities with a multidisciplinary team of collaborators.
Present data at scientific meetings and prepare manuscripts for publication.
Foster strong relationships with collaborators to ensure seamless communication and data sharing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in environmental engineering science, chemical engineering, biological engineering, agricultural engineering, microbiology, biochemistry, or molecular biology.
Experience with water treatment, biofuel and bioproducts, emerging contaminants, and advanced materials.
Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
Statistical analysis experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in production and applications of biochar for environmental, energy, and agricultural processes.
Proficiency in environmental biotechnology, including microbial community analysis and antibiotic resistance studies.
Knowledge of advanced materials, including biochar and carbon materials.
Experience in producing biofuels and bioproducts from agricultural waste, microalgae, and other biomass.
Experience with emerging contaminant treatment (e.g., antibiotics, algal toxins, PFAS) in water and soil.
Familiarity with analytical instruments (LC/MS, HPLC, GC, ICP, XRD, SEM/EDX, XPS, etc.).
Experience in molecular techniques such as qPCR and 16S microbial community analysis.
Compensation and Benefits Compensation is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance, 12–15 days of annual paid holidays, up to eight hours of paid sick leave, a minimum of eight hours of paid vacation each month, automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and an employee wellness initiative.
Applicant Instructions Applications must include all job application data or a resume. Incomplete submissions may be rejected. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the application.
Required Documents
Cover letter
CV
Three professional references
All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants will be subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon credential verification and compliance with institutional procedures.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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