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Texas Health Institute

... genomics and genetics researchers, plant breeders, soil scientists and water researchers in Texas A ... The individual will advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scientists ...

NCSU

Research Technician

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

... genetics, genomics, and plant breeding. As a Research Technician, you will provide essential ... Working alongside faculty, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and collaborators, you will ...

Texas Health Institute

... genomics and genetics researchers, plant breeders, soil scientists and water researchers in Texas A ... The individual will advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scientists ...

LSU AgCenter

Faculty Department:LSUAG PL1 - Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Lawrence E ... genomics, structural biology, experimental design, quantitative genetics, or high-throughput ...

Louisiana Workforce Commission

Faculty Department:LSUAG PL1 - Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Lawrence E ... genomics, structural biology, experimental design, quantitative genetics, or high-throughput ...

Louisiana State University

Faculty Department:LSUAG PL1 - Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology (Lawrence E ... genomics, structural biology, experimental design, quantitative genetics, or high-throughput ...

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How much do plant genomics postdoc jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for plant genomics postdoc in the United States is $18.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a plant genomics postdoc?

A Plant Genomics Postdoc is a researcher who has recently earned a Ph.D. and is engaged in advanced studies focusing on the genetics and genomics of plants. They typically work in academic, government, or industry research laboratories, applying techniques like DNA sequencing, gene editing, and bioinformatics to understand plant biology. Their work often includes designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and publishing scientific papers. The goal is to contribute to advancements in crop improvement, plant breeding, and fundamental plant science.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plant genomics postdoc?

To thrive as a Plant Genomics Postdoc, you need a Ph.D. in plant biology, genetics, or a related field, with strong expertise in molecular biology, genomics, and data analysis. Proficiency in bioinformatics software, next-generation sequencing platforms, and programming languages like R or Python is typically required. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective scientific communication are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for advancing research, publishing findings, and collaborating successfully in multidisciplinary environments.

What are typical collaborative opportunities for a plant genomics postdoc within a research institution?

As a Plant Genomics Postdoc, you’ll often collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including molecular biologists, bioinformaticians, and plant breeders. These collaborations usually involve joint research projects, data analysis, and sharing resources such as sequencing platforms or field sites. You may also participate in lab meetings, present findings to other research groups, and contribute to multi-author publications. Such teamwork not only enhances the quality of research but also helps you build a strong professional network, which is valuable for career advancement.

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Infographic showing various Plant Genomics Postdoc job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,934 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Postdoctoral Research Associate

College Station, TX • On-site

Tamus
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Horticultural Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

Darwish Research Laboratory at Texas A&M AgriLife Research seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to play a leading role in research development, research articles, and proposal writing in transcriptome and metabolomics research. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to expanding the laboratory's extramural funding portfolio through the preparation of competitive grant applications while conducting innovative research in transcriptomics, metabolomics, natural products chemistry, flavor science, and bioactive compound discovery.

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies funding opportunities and develops strategic research initiatives aligned with sponsor priorities.

  • Leads the preparation and submission of competitive proposals to federal agencies such as USDA, NIH, NSF, and DOE, as well as state agencies, commodity boards, foundations, and industry sponsors.

  • Writes proposal narratives, specific aims, research strategies, budgets, milestones, progress reports, and other sponsor-required documents; coordinates multidisciplinary proposal teams and facilitates collaborations among faculty, industry partners, and stakeholders; and contributes to the development of large-scale interdisciplinary funding initiatives.

  • Designs and conducts independent and collaborative genomics and metabolomics projects using advanced analytical platforms including LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, UHPLC-MS, HRMS, and HS-SPME-GC-MS.

  • Performs targeted and untargeted metabolite profiling.

  • Identifies and characterizes metabolites, volatile organic compounds, and bioactive compounds from plant, food, microbial, and human samples; develops and optimizes analytical methods; analyzes complex datasets using metabolomics and statistical software tools.

  • Disseminates research findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international scientific conferences.

  • Mentors graduate and undergraduate students, assists with laboratory management and instrumentation oversight, fosters collaborations within Texas A&M University and with external partners, and supports the long-term growth of a nationally recognized metabolomics research program.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D.

  • Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose toworkfor Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month

  • Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package and provides outstanding opportunities for professional development in grantsmanship, leadership, multidisciplinary research, and advanced metabolomics.

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

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Cover letter

List of references

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.

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