TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions

• Assist with carrying out intervention and experiments to meet research objectives.
• Maintain detailed logs and records of experiments, observations, and findings.
• Participate in project planning and development of experimental protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines.
• Perform analysis of data using statistical software.
• Assist in training junior team members.
• Participate in research dissemination (manuscripts, scientific presentations, etc.).
• Develop an independent project within the scope of the parent study and submit for funding.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in exercise physiology, biological sciences, biochemistry, or related field. MD or equivalent may also be acceptable with substantial research experience.
• Knowledge of modern research practices and the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Strong written and oral scientific communication skills.
• Experience in one or more laboratory techniques relevant to the project such as mammalian cell culture, RT-qPCR, immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, etc.
• Research experience in skeletal muscle physiology, exercise physiology, metabolism, or diabetes.
• Human participants research experience.
• Experience in grant writing or assisting with grant submission.

Department

Kinesiology and Sport Management

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV, Writing Sample

Job Type

Full Time

Job Group

Research Staff

Occasional Duties

• Communicate effectively and professionally with faculty, staff, students, and research participants orally and in writing.
• Be able to work independently and as a team.
• Able to learn and follow operational practices.
• Be self-motivated and able to maintain efficiency while working independently.
• Ability to problem-solve independently.
• Attention to detail in practice and in record keeping.

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Yes

About the Department and/or College

Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences is comprised of 15 departments, offering a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College has more than 10,000 students enrolled representing more than a quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population while maintaining a 22:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

The Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management offers a B.S. in Kinesiology and an M.S. in Kinesiology for over 1,400 undergraduate and 40 graduate students, respectively. The department enrolls over 400 undergraduate students in the B.S. in Sport Management and over 50 master’s degree students in the M.S. in Sport Management. It also offers a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology. Its building includes six classrooms, a student computer lab, and faculty offices.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Cover letter describing:

1. Interest in the position
2. How the applicant meets required and preferred qualifications
3. Research and career goals

• Curriculum vita (CV)
• One representative manuscript/publication
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.