Texas A&M University · 16 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate – Shireman Lab
Bryan, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelTexas A&M University is one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, and they are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Shireman Lab. The role involves working with a multidisciplinary team on clinical studies to develop aging in place technologies and digital twin algorithms, analyzing complex sensor data, and mentoring students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Under general supervision conducts 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 data
Engages with research participants
Works with study coordinator, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, graduate, undergraduate, and medical students
Develops and evaluates artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for sensor data
Analysis of digital pen data
Analyzes data using artificial intelligence techniques
Develops user-interface design
Performs literature searches
Writes first drafts of manuscripts and revise based upon feedback
Assists with writing grant proposals
May assist, mentor, and/or supervise student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on research related to the project
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
Qualification
Required
Appropriate PhD in a related field
Preferred
Experience with machine learning and deep neural network techniques
Experience with wearable and sensors placed in the environment
Knowledge of characteristics associated with mild cognitive impairment capturable with digital interfaces
Experience with agentic large language models
Experience in artificial intelligence to develop the algorithms for digital twins
Experience with both qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques
Experience in cleaning and analyzing healthcare data
Benefits
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
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Company
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University has a proud history that stretches back to 1876 when The Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas became the first public institution of higher learning in the state of Texas.
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