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Research positions in the United States are typically filled through the J-1 visa Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar program category, with sponsorship issued by a State Department-designated organization like a university or research institute. Your host institution confirms the placement; the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 and monitors program compliance.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Cell Biology and Genetics
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 will conduct independent and collaborative research focused on esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and gastric cancer. The position will utilize genetically engineered mouse models, human and mouse organoid systems, and single-cell/spatial transcriptomic approaches. The individual will assist with experimental design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and mentoring of trainees in the laboratory.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time; This position may require work on the weekends and/or after office hours.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Responsibilities
Research
- Design and conduct experiments.
- Perform data analysis and interpretation.
- Develop and optimize research methodologies.
- Prepare manuscripts & grant-related documents.
Laboratory Management
- Maintain research records and databases.
- Order and manage laboratory supplies.
- Assist with laboratory organization and regulatory compliance.
Education
- Mentor and supervise undergraduate students, graduate students, and other trainees.
Required Education and experience
- Ph.D. in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with mouse models.
- Experience with bioinformatic analysis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong scientific communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with experimental design and data interpretation.
- Knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with computational analysis of genomic datasets.
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.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Cell Biology and Genetics
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 will conduct independent and collaborative research focused on esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and gastric cancer. The position will utilize genetically engineered mouse models, human and mouse organoid systems, and single-cell/spatial transcriptomic approaches. The individual will assist with experimental design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and mentoring of trainees in the laboratory.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time; This position may require work on the weekends and/or after office hours.
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Responsibilities
Research
- Design and conduct experiments.
- Perform data analysis and interpretation.
- Develop and optimize research methodologies.
- Prepare manuscripts & grant-related documents.
Laboratory Management
- Maintain research records and databases.
- Order and manage laboratory supplies.
- Assist with laboratory organization and regulatory compliance.
Education
- Mentor and supervise undergraduate students, graduate students, and other trainees.
Required Education and experience
- Ph.D. in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with mouse models.
- Experience with bioinformatic analysis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong scientific communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with experimental design and data interpretation.
- Knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with computational analysis of genomic datasets.
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.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Research
Verify your research qualifications match J-1 criteria
Research Scholar status requires a postgraduate degree and a recognized research or teaching role. Confirm your CV clearly documents degree level, publications, and prior institutional affiliations before approaching any host institution or designated sponsor.
Target host institutions with existing designated sponsors
Universities, federal research labs, and NIH-affiliated institutes typically hold active agreements with State Department-designated sponsors already. Applying to these hosts avoids delays caused by institutions that must first establish a sponsorship relationship from scratch.
Find J-1 research roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search U.S. employers and research institutions whose open positions align with J-1 program eligibility, filtering by role type so you target hosts that already accommodate exchange visitor placements.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Some research fields funded by a foreign government or involving skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Identify whether your situation qualifies for a waiver before accepting an offer, since this affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Align your program dates with the DS-2019 timeline
Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 only after the host institution submits a completed training or program plan. Build at least six to eight weeks between your accepted offer and your intended start date to allow for DS-2019 processing and consular appointment scheduling.
Document funding sources in your program plan accurately
Designated sponsors and consular officers scrutinize whether research funding comes from U.S. government grants, foreign governments, or private sources. Misclassifying funding on the DS-2019 application or training plan can trigger additional review or denial.
Research J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a research position?
Research positions most commonly fall under the Research Scholar category, which covers postdoctoral researchers, scientists, and academics conducting research at U.S. universities and research institutes. If your stay is under six months and involves observation or consultation rather than a sustained research project, the Short-Term Scholar category may apply instead. Your designated sponsor confirms the correct category based on your role description and qualifications.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for a research role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a State Department-designated organization, such as a university international office, IIE, or a research consortium, not the employer hosting your research. Your host institution arranges the placement and signs your program plan, but the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, monitors your program compliance, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your exchange.
How do I find U.S. research employers that work with J-1 exchange programs?
Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. employers and institutions by role type, making it easier to identify research positions at hosts already familiar with J-1 exchange visitor placements. Targeting institutions with established international office infrastructure, including major research universities and federal laboratory systems, reduces the risk of delays from hosts navigating sponsorship requirements for the first time.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect research scholars?
It can. Researchers whose positions are funded by their home government, whose nationality appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or whose program is financed by a U.S. government agency may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). This bar prevents you from changing to H-1B or most immigrant visa categories until you return home for two years or obtain a waiver. Clarify your funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Can I work outside my host institution on a J-1 Research Scholar visa?
Your J-1 research authorization is tied to the specific host institution and program listed on your DS-2019. Taking on paid consulting, secondary employment, or research work at a different institution generally requires prior written authorization from your designated sponsor. Unauthorized employment is a program violation and can result in termination of your J-1 status, so confirm any outside engagement with your sponsor before proceeding.