Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College of Science - Life Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

T AMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Associate will have the unique opportunity to develop dual scholarship in research and teaching. The Associate will conduct and publish cutting-edge research in aquatic/marine ecology, climate processes or bioremediation, develop and deliver high-quality teaching in Life Sciences, and support and promote the research and academic missions of the department in general. This is a three-year full-time position.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Research

Percent Effort: 62%

Job Duties

• Assist the development of a new research group in aquatic/marine sciences.

• Conduct and publish scholarly research on aquatic/marine sciences.

• Support and promote research mission of Life Sciences in general.

  Functional Area 2: Teaching

  Percent Effort: 33%

  Job Duties

• Develop and deliver teaching materials that suit Life Sciences curriculum.

• Support and promote academic missions of Life Sciences in general.

  Functional Area 3: Other

  Percent Effort: 5%

  Job Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD or equivalent in Oceanography, Aquatic Ecology, Marine Sciences or a similar discipline.

• Research experience in field and laboratory studies on marine/aquatic ecology, climate processes, bioremediation or related areas of research. Evidence of experience may include peer-reviewed journal publications or extramural research funding.

• Knowledge and skills in operating and maintaining field and lab equipment related to marine/aquatic ecology, climate processes bioremediation or related areas of research.

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in coordinating/ managing research projects.

• Teaching experience in a university setting.

• Knowledge of local environments (Corpus Christi, Texas).

• Knowledge of modern teaching and learning techniques.

• Evidence of ability to work and collaborate effectively within a community.

  SALARY: Approx. $4,166.67 Monthly (Approx. $50,000 annually)

  BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

  From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

  Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

• Medical

• $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

• Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

• Employee and Spouse

• Employee and Children

• Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

  On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php)

  Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

  Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

  Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php)

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

  Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php)

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.