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Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

The Department of Biology is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our lab focused on developing and optimizing stem cell-based therapies for spinal cord injury. In this engaging role, you’ll contribute to meaningful scientific advancements by performing histological assessments, maintaining an animal colony, and managing essential lab operations. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative research environment where your work directly supports innovative discoveries with the potential to transform lives. If you're organized, motivated, and excited to be at the forefront of biological research, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities to Contribute

+ Perform daily health checks and monitor breeding and experimental animals.

+ Manage animal colony, including breeding, weaning, tail clipping, and genotyping.

+ Maintain accurate records of animal inventory and laboratory data.

+ Prepare reagents, buffers, and stock solutions; monitor reagent expiration dates.

+ Operate and maintain laboratory and research equipment.

+ Conduct data analysis, statistical evaluation, and summarize experimental results.

+ Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook and write/update protocols.

+ Oversee lab inventory and supply management.

+ Ensure compliance with biosafety and animal use protocols; manage waste disposal.

+ Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

+ Train new lab personnel and assist students and staff with research activities.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in biology, neuroscience, microbiology or closely related field.

A well-qualified candidate will also possess

+ Master's or Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field.

+ Two years of experience working in a neuroscience research laboratory.

+ Experience managing a rodent colony in research setting.

+ Previous experience as a Lab Manager or Research Assistant.

+ Experience making chemical solutions and/or buffers.

+ Great oral and written communication skills.

+ Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Special Note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.

What You Need to Do

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

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 (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cutting edge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us at https://www.bio.tamu.edu/.

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, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html) and at least eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) each month

+ Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/) training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) 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.