Pvamu
Research Associate Professor, Ruminant Male Reproductive Physiologist
Prairie View, TX · Staff+ · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
Computer VisionBioinformaticsFlow CytometryMicroscopyMolecular BiologyResearchExperimental DesignProtein AnalysisLeadershipCommunicationMentoring
About the role
- Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee.
- In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.
- In addition to leading independent research, the candidate will contribute to graduate teaching and course development, nurturing the next generation of experts in reproductive physiology.
Responsibilities
- Leads and manages an independent research program in small ruminant molecular reproduction, including study design, experimental oversight, systems physiology integration, and strategic research direction.
- Oversees laboratory operations, supervises research staff and students, manages workflow, compliance, equipment, and conducts regular laboratory meetings for program development.
- Develops competitive grant proposals, manages sponsored research efforts, and pursues external funding opportunities to sustain and expand the research program.
- Establishes and supports the buck testing program at the International Goat Research Center, including reproductive evaluation protocols and herd fertility assessment initiatives.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of research in practical and/or basic Agbiosciences.
- Experience with IVF procedures
Nice to have
- Experience and accomplishments in ruminant male fertility research.
- Experience securing extramural funds with funding agencies like USDA, NIH, and others.
- Leadership in program management and interdisciplinary research collaborations.
- Commitment to and accomplishments in student success and mentorship.
- Job Posting Close Date:
- Required Attachments:
- Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application.
- Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box.
Compensation
- Proposed Minimum Salary
Benefits
- Supports undergraduate and graduate instruction, student mentoring, extension programming, producer education, and community engagement activities.
- Required Education and Experience:
- Ph.D. in a relevant field or discipline, including Veterinary Medical Sciences, Molecular Genetics, Reproductive Physiology, Animal Science, or a related field.
- The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
Company info
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Visa & Work Authorization
- A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
- Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
- In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.
- Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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