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Postdoctoral Research Associate

College Station, TX · On-site

$4.5K/mo

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Institute ... May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working ...

Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Bryan, TX

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center ... May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working ...

Tamus

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Bryan, TX · On-site

$5.4K/mo

Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center ... May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working ...

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As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral research assistant in the United States is $85,959.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant, you need a PhD in a relevant field, strong analytical and experimental skills, and a solid record of academic research. Familiarity with domain-specific laboratory techniques, data analysis software like MATLAB or R, and experience with academic publishing are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively help you stand out. These skills are essential for producing high-quality research, disseminating findings, and contributing effectively to scientific teams.

What are some common challenges faced by Postdoctoral Research Assistants when transitioning to independent research roles?

One common challenge for Postdoctoral Research Assistants is balancing the demands of supporting their supervisor's projects while developing their own independent research ideas. Navigating grant applications, building a publication record, and establishing professional networks can also be daunting. Additionally, adapting to new institutional cultures and expectations, especially when moving between universities or countries, requires flexibility and strong communication skills. Proactively seeking mentorship and collaborating with colleagues can help ease this transition and set the stage for a successful independent research career.

What is the difference between Postdoctoral Research Assistant vs Research Fellow?

AspectPostdoctoral Research AssistantResearch Fellow
Required credentialsPhD or equivalentPhD or equivalent, often with additional experience
Work environmentResearch labs, universities, academic settingsResearch projects, academic institutions, sometimes independent
Employer and industry usageUniversities, research institutesUniversities, research organizations, sometimes industry
Common search and comparison intentUnderstanding entry-level research rolesAdvanced research roles, independent research

The main difference between a Postdoctoral Research Assistant and a Research Fellow lies in experience level and independence. Postdoctoral Research Assistants typically work under supervision on specific projects, while Research Fellows often have more independence and may lead their own research. Both roles require a PhD and are common in academic and research settings.

What is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant?

A Postdoctoral Research Assistant is a researcher who has recently completed their doctoral studies (PhD) and is engaged in further academic or scientific research. Their primary role is to conduct independent or collaborative research projects, often under the supervision of senior academics or principal investigators. Postdoctoral Research Assistants contribute to publications, grant writing, and may also mentor graduate or undergraduate students. This position is typically temporary and is designed to provide additional training and experience before transitioning to more permanent academic or research roles.
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Infographic showing various Postdoctoral Research Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,959 per year, or $41.3 per hour.
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University

Bryan, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Psychiatry and Behavioral Science
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Postdoctoral Research Associate works with data PET-MRI, EEG, and fMRI data collected from on-going mechanistic clinical trials studying novel pharmaceuticals for
PTSD and treatment resistant depression. Plays a critical role in the expansion of the multi-modal pharmaco-imaging program.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.
Location: Bryan, TX; May travel as required
Schedule: Full-Time; May have to work on the weekend and/or longer hours.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
  • Appropriate PhD in neuroscience, neuroimaging, medical physics, nuclear imaging, mathematics, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Substantial published experience with PET imaging analysis.
  • Experience with EEG data analysis or digital signal processing.
  • Working knowledge of scientific computing languages, including Matlab, Python.
  • Experience with server computing in the Linux environment.

Responsibilities
Research
  • Under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise.
  • Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in their field of expertise.
  • Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite.
  • Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
  • Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.

Pharmaco-Imaging
  • Develops the analytical framework for PET-MRI and EEG analyses.
  • Develops novel methodology for modeling the relationship between PET ligand features and EEG.
  • Analyzes EEG data and prepares findings for publication, and presentation at
  • national and international conferences.
  • Manages data archives and prepare reports, transfers, and general coordination of the imaging data.
  • Develops detailed documentation for analytical pipelines.
  • Works with the supervisory team to write new grant applications for the expansion of the multi-modal pharmaco-imaging program.
  • Engages in collaborative research activities with other trainees and faculty within
  • the department of psychiatry
  • Engages in non-didactic teaching activities, including the mentoring of
  • undergraduate research assistants, presentations at journal clubs, and skills
  • demonstrations within the department.

Mentoring
  • May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project.

Presentations
  • Prepares presentation materials on research topic that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
  • Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.

Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
  • Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
  • Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
  • Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
  • Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
  • Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
  • Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University 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.
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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