Texas A&M University · 3 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate
College Station, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelTexas A&M University is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Marketing to provide leadership in behavioral lab operations and marketing research. The role involves managing the Jeff Conant Behavioral Lab and advancing independent research while collaborating with faculty to produce publishable work.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Managing the Jeff Conant Behavioral Lab
Manage the Marketing subject pool (SONA): post/administer studies, monitor recruitment and participation, maintain credit rules, generate credit/participation reports, and coordinate make-up exam logistics when needed
Serve as the primary point of contact for faculty, graduate students, and research teams on lab access, procedures, timelines, capacity, and feasibility planning
Oversee day-to-day lab operations during active collection periods (about 10 weeks each semester): scheduling, study preparation and pre-testing, launching/running sessions, and troubleshooting
Maintain and improve lab policies and workflows to standardize protocols and optimize reliability and efficiency
Train, schedule, and supervise student workers/assistants supporting lab operations
Ensure IRB and human-subject compliance for lab-based research procedures and documentation
Report to the faculty director and implement additional lab priorities as assigned
Maintain and advance an independent research agenda, moving projects from idea development through study execution to manuscript submission
Collaborate closely with Marketing faculty on joint projects, including research design, data collection, analysis, writing, and revisions
Present research in progress in the department (e.g., research seminars/brownbags) and at academic conferences; incorporate feedback to strengthen work
Contribute to the department’s research mission and community, including regular participation in Marketing research seminars, workshops, and research-related events
Provide methodological and analytical support to Marketing faculty on research related activities
Other activities deemed as appropriate by the department head
Qualification
Required
PhD completed prior to start date in Marketing, Decision Sciences, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, or a closely related field
Preferred
Behavioral lab management experience
Consumer behavior/experimental research experience
Proficiency with SONA and Qualtrics
Strong project management skills (multiple studies, timelines, coordination)
Experience training/supervising RAs and managing study teams
Familiarity with IRB/human-subject compliance and research documentation
Strong written and verbal communication
Professional, service-oriented interpersonal skills with faculty, students, and research teams
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced research environment
Proficiency with common productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office/Google Workspace) and research tools as needed
Ability to work independently and collaboratively; proactive problem-solving mindset
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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