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Postdoctoral Research Associate - IRACDA
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics
Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,166.67 monthly
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, under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Utilizes their skills and expertise to train and mentor team/s of undergraduate students in a scientific project. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
What you need to know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Travel: May travel as required.
Responsibilities:
Research
- Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
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.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Appropriate PhD in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Offered and accepted a slot in the IRACDA program at TAMU
- Skill with in vivo imaging including two-photon imaging
- Experience with research and models of developmental disorders
- Experience with computational pipelines including MATLAB
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Understanding of brain function and the single neuron, neural circuits and/or behavioral levels.
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 pre-populate 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.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate - IRACDA
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics
Proposed Minimum Salary
$4,166.67 monthly
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, under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Utilizes their skills and expertise to train and mentor team/s of undergraduate students in a scientific project. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
What you need to know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Travel: May travel as required.
Responsibilities:
Research
- Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
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.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Appropriate PhD in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Offered and accepted a slot in the IRACDA program at TAMU
- Skill with in vivo imaging including two-photon imaging
- Experience with research and models of developmental disorders
- Experience with computational pipelines including MATLAB
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Understanding of brain function and the single neuron, neural circuits and/or behavioral levels.
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 pre-populate 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.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Postdoctoral Research Associate
Verify your degree field matches your research area
USCIS evaluates whether your degree is directly related to the postdoc role, not just broadly scientific. A chemistry PhD supports a synthetic biology postdoc; a general biology degree supporting a computational genomics role may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Target cap-exempt institutions for faster hiring
Universities, affiliated research hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations are cap-exempt H-1B employers. They can file year-round without waiting for the April lottery, so your start date doesn't depend on a single annual selection window.
Search verified H-1B sponsoring labs on Migrate Mate
Filter Migrate Mate by job title and institution type to find postdoc openings at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces labs that have actively sponsored international researchers, not just those that say they're open to it.
Request your offer letter before the LCA is filed
The Labor Condition Application requires a specific wage, start date, and work location. Ask your PI or HR contact for a conditional offer letter with those details locked in before DOL certification begins, since LCA amendments add weeks to the timeline.
Confirm the institution uses E-Verify before accepting
If you're transitioning from OPT or STEM OPT, your new employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to authorize your work through the cap-gap period. Public universities are usually enrolled; smaller private research institutes sometimes are not.
Check prevailing wage for your SOC code and location
Postdoc salaries vary widely by field and institution, but USCIS will reject an H-1B if the offered wage falls below the DOL prevailing wage. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the Level I or II wage for your specific occupation code and metro area before your contract is finalized.
H-1B Visa Postdoctoral Research Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Postdoctoral Research Associate roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. Postdoctoral Research Associate positions qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree, and typically a PhD, in a specific scientific or technical field directly related to the research. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation on a role-by-role basis, so your employer's job description should explicitly state the degree requirement and field to avoid a Request for Evidence.
Are universities and research institutions subject to the H-1B cap?
Most are not. Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and government research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without entering the annual lottery. This makes postdoc positions at these institutions particularly accessible for international researchers, since hiring doesn't depend on a single April registration window.
How do I find Postdoctoral Research Associate jobs at employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lets you filter postdoc listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus on institutions that have sponsored international researchers before rather than those that are uncertain or unwilling. This is more reliable than asking in application cover letters or waiting until late in the interview process.
What documents do I need to prepare before my employer files the H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts and degree certificates, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current visa documents and I-94 record, and a detailed CV listing your research experience. Your employer's HR or immigration attorney will also need a copy of your offer letter and your passport biographical page to complete Form I-129.
Can I start a postdoc before my H-1B is approved if I'm on OPT?
Yes, if your OPT authorization is still valid when you begin work. If your OPT end date falls before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B petition before OPT expires, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to rely on cap-gap, so confirm that enrollment before signing your contract.