• Research Assistant

    Texas A&M University System (College Station, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Research Assistant

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M Agrilife Research

     

    Department

     

    Animal Science

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    College Station, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    Responsibilities:

    -Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating experiments in support of various research projects.

     

    -Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.

     

    -Use computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.

     

    -Evaluates and summarizes results.-Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.-Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.-Installs, operates and/or repairs research equipment.

     

    -Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records

     

    -Performs other related duties and assigned.

     

    -Aids in the care/husbandry of zebrafish.

     

    -Maintains cell cultures as needed.

    Application Instructions:

    Please include a cover letter that highlights your interest and qualifications, a CV (or resume), and a list of ≥3 references that may be contacted later.

    Required Education and Experience:

    -Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

    Preferred Experience:

    -Experience working with zebrafish or other animal models.

     

    -Light or fluorescent microscopy experience.

     

    -Molecular biology and recombinant DNA experience.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    -Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

     

    -Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

     

    -Excellent communication skills

     

    -Team oriented with a desire to collaborate.

     

    -Comfortable working on multiple projects.-Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to maintain lab notes, populate databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.

     

    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.