About this role
TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
Position Description: Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Major/Essential Functions: Prepare manuscripts, technical reports, presentations, and other scholarly outputs for publication in peer-reviewed journals and dissemination at scientific meetings. Collaborate with faculty, research staff, students, and external collaborators.
Preferred Qualifications: PhD in Physics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Computational Biology, Data Science, or a closely related field with experience integrating computational and experimental datasets in biomolecular membrane systems, electrophysiology, scattering techniques, or related biophysical characterization methods. Preferred experience with machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) methods for scientific data analysis. Experience with biomolecular membrane systems, electrophysiology, scattering techniques, or related biophysical characterization methods is highly desirable.
Required Qualifications: PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
About the Department and/or College: The Department of Physics and Astronomy has about 20 faculty, with research clusters in astrophysics, condensed matter physics and particle physics , and additional activity in biophysics and physics education research. It offers BS, MS and PhD degrees
Special Instructions to Applicants: This position offers opportunities to collaborate with researchers at Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility while contributing to cutting-edge research at the interface of membrane biophyics, bioelectricity, and AI-enabled scientific discovery.
Safety Information: Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement: Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University: Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Familiarity with large-scale data processing pipelines, multivariate statistical analysis, and integration of computational and experimental datasets.