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.