Postdoctoral Research Associate

About the role

Texas A&M University's Department of Chemistry is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct cutting-edge research in the area of radical S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) enzyme biochemistry and mechanism.

Responsibilities

• Conducts specialized research in the area of radical SAM enzyme biochemistry and mechanism.
• Employs protein overexpression, anaerobic methods for protein purification, and various bioanalytical tools to assess protein purity and properties.
• Utilizes electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy alongside advanced spectroscopic and structural approaches to study enzymes of interest.
• Pursues the precise trapping and characterization of reaction intermediates.
• Analyzes research data, summarizes results, and actively writes and contributes figures to research papers, articles, publications, and proposals.
• Collaborates effectively with other researchers and/or faculty on project milestones.
• Assists with the preparation, routine cleaning, and safety of the worksite, as well as the specialized maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Assists, mentors, and/or supervises undergraduate student researchers and/or graduate students working on research related to the project.
• Fosters a safe, collaborative, and productive environment within the research lab.
• Prepares detailed presentation materials on individual research topics and/or related scientific literature for delivery to small and/or large groups.
• Participates in project discussions and contributes to necessary technical progress reports.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field.
• Previous experience in a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.