What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at Research Compliance Office at the Texas A&M University System?
Job Title
Research Assistant
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 Assistant provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. Assists in preparing proposals for funding agencies, operations of research equipment, and other lab/field personnel in research. Collaborates with other research personnel. The laboratory is a neuropharmacology lab utilizing electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, cell culture, behavior techniques.
What You Need To Know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Other Factors: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Travel: May travel as required.
Required Education
Research:
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.
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.
Research Assistant
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 Assistant provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. Assists in preparing proposals for funding agencies, operations of research equipment, and other lab/field personnel in research. Collaborates with other research personnel. The laboratory is a neuropharmacology lab utilizing electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, cell culture, behavior techniques.
What You Need To Know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Other Factors: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Travel: May travel as required.
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- May vary with research area.
- The laboratory uses electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, cell culture and mouse behavioral models. Any experience in these is preferable.
- Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
- Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
- Attention to detail.
Research:
- Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
- Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.
- Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment. May repair research equipment.
- Uses and computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
- Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.
- Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
- Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
- Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
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, 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
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
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.