Job Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Soil & Crop Sciences Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Job Responsibilities -Conduct molecular dynamic (MD) simulations of the interactions of biological toxins including alpha-toxin, pyocyanin, and pyoverdine with clay natural and modified smectite, sepiolite, and layered double hydroxide. -Summarize the MD data to find the optimal mineralogy properties need to maximize the binding efficiencies of the minerals for the toxins. -Summarize findings as manuscripts for publications. -Help with proposal development to federal agencies and industry to continue the work of seeking antibiotic alternatives. -Collaborate with and support other project members on clay-related characterization (XRD, FTIR, SEM, TGA, and TEM). -Help with lab management: reporting, ordering, maintenance. Required Education -PhD in clay science or similar disciplines Preferred Experience -Demonstrated good understanding of mineral structures and surface reactions as in publications or presentations. -Training in molecular simulations. -Strong background/understanding of physical chemistry concepts -Previous experience on molecular simulation related to clay minerals. Required skills, knowledge or abilities -Strong communication skills and presentation skills. -Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Please attach to your complete application: CV/Resume List of References with email and daytime phone number(s) 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.