Postdoctoral Research Associate in Food Biomanufacturing (tamus)

Job Description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Food Biomanufacturing

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Food Science & Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Research & Development:
  • Lead and conduct research projects in food biomanufacturing, focusing on cell line development, media optimization, and scaffold development for cellular agriculture.
• Experimental Design & Analysis:
  • Design, execute, and analyze experiments related to food biomanufacturing, including Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and techno-economic analysis.
  • Develop and validate new techniques for cell isolation, differentiation, and large-scale production of cultivated meat.
• Collaboration & Mentorship:
  • Collaborate with academic and industry partners to translate research findings into practical applications.
  • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, providing guidance on research projects and experimental techniques.
• Publication & Communication:
  • Prepare and publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at national and international conferences.
  • Communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including stakeholders, collaborators, and the general public.

Required Education:

• Ph.D. in Food Science, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on food biomanufacturing, cellular agriculture, or fermentation technology.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with cell lines, media development, and bioreactor design.
• Strong background in food biomanufacturing, including hands-on experience with cell culture, fermentation, and protein engineering.
• Experience with AI-driven optimization, LCA, and techno-economic analysis.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and statistical tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts.
• Ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present research at scientific meetings.
• Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.

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.