• Research Associate-2

    Texas A&M University System (Corpus Christi, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Research Associate-2

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M Agrilife Research

     

    Department

     

    Corpus Christi

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Corpus Christi, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    About Texas A&M AgriLife

    Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

    + Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/)

    + Texas A&M AgriLife Research

    + College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University (https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/)

    + Texas A&M Forest Service

    + Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/)

     

    As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

     

    Click here (https://agrilife.tamu.edu/) to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

    Position Information

    Texas A&M AgriLife Research at Corpus Christi, is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate for a period of one year. The Research Associate conducts routine activities associated with the production of various marine species for aquaculture research and production. Activities include rearing and maintenance of aquatic species in hatchery and field settings, production of microalgae, designing and building aquatic animal rearing systems, and assisting with routine upkeep of systems and facilities. Work is performed under the supervision of a biologist, scientist or an administrative or technical superior.

     

    Responsibilities: - Performs maintenance activities of research facilities, including grounds, building structures, aquaculture tanks, water systems and equipment. These duties require driving a vehicle to complete research deliverables, pick up supplies, and drive to marine sites.

     

    - Rears and maintains aquatic species, including activities involving spawning, feeding, measuring, tagging, counting, and sorting.

     

    - Designs, constructs, and maintains aquatic animal rearing systems.

     

    - Follows standard operating procedures.

     

    - Monitors water quality parameters and production data to support specific research or management projects.

     

    - Assists personnel involved in a series of controlled environment or analysis experiments.

     

    - Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.- Two years of related professional experience.

    Required Licenses and Certifications:

    - Valid driver's license.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    - Experience with rearing of shellfish and shellfish hatchery techniques.

     

    - Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.

     

    - Ensure attention to detail. Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

     

    - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    - Bachelor’s degree in Aquaculture or related field.

     

    - Experience with maintaining large-scale aquatic life support systems.

     

    What You Need to Know

     

    Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

     

    Position Funding: This position is grant funded and availability is contingent on grant funding. This is a one-year position subject to performance and availability of funding.

     

    Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

     

    When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

    In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

    + Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/) with Texas A&M AgriLife 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

    + Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

     

    Applicant Instructions

     

    Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife 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 prepopulate 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.