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Job Title

Research Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

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 which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Research Technician I, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.

What you need to know

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Other Requirements and Factors: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Required Education and Experience

+ High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Two years of laboratory experience or related areas.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's in Biology, Neuroscience or related field

+ Some experience in research in neuroscience or related field

+ Experience in immunohistochemistry, microscopy, behavioral analysis in mice, molecular biology.

+ Tissue collection and processing from mice.

+ Electrophysiology technique and stereotaxic surgery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

+ Knowledge of lab room preparation and lab techniques and safety.

+ Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Research Technical Support

+ Assembles and operates technical equipment.

+ Sets-up and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.

+ Maintains inventory and orders parts and supplies as needed.

+ Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.

+ Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.

+ Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup.

35% Research Procedure Support

+ Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures.

+ Assists with the participant (subject) pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.

+ Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

5% Training

+ Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

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.