What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Research Scientist position at Texas A&M AgriLife Research?
Job Title
Assistant Research Scientist
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
AgriLife Research Center for Managed Technology Services (ARCMTS)
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, 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:
About ARCMTS
The AgriLife Research Center for Managed Technology Services (ARCMTS) offers centralized research support services across Texas A&M AgriLife and affiliated institutions. ARCMTS provides expert personnel in systems engineering, cybersecurity, data science, and research operations to help faculty and staff navigate the technical demands of modern research. Its collaborative model supports secure, scalable, and sustainable research infrastructure aligned with institutional and sponsor requirements.
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The Assistant Research Scientist (Human Capital Subject Matter Expert) supports the Center for Managed Technology Services (CMTS) through strategic documentation, grant development, and program analysis. This role is intended for professionals with advanced academic training who seek to apply scholarly writing, research communication, and program development expertise to strengthen CMTS’s mission of delivering outcome-based, human capital–focused managed technology services. The position emphasizes collaboration, grant support, and strategic reporting to expand CMTS’s impact across the research enterprise.
Position Information
This position is designed as a professional staff role for individuals with advanced academic or research training who are seeking to contribute to research development, grant writing, and program strategy. Prior experience in federal grant authorship is not required; training and mentorship will be available.
Responsibilities
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
Non-immigrant foreign nationals are prohibited by export control laws from performing the employment responsibilities associated with this position; sponsorship is not available.
Full-time remote work is not available for this position. However, partially remote work may be available, pending employee eligibility requirements are met in accordance with AgriLife Alternate Work Location Procedures.
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 packing including the following:
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.
Assistant Research Scientist
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
AgriLife Research Center for Managed Technology Services (ARCMTS)
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, 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
- Texas A&M AgriLife Research
- College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
- Texas A&M Forest Service
- Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
About ARCMTS
The AgriLife Research Center for Managed Technology Services (ARCMTS) offers centralized research support services across Texas A&M AgriLife and affiliated institutions. ARCMTS provides expert personnel in systems engineering, cybersecurity, data science, and research operations to help faculty and staff navigate the technical demands of modern research. Its collaborative model supports secure, scalable, and sustainable research infrastructure aligned with institutional and sponsor requirements.
Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
The Assistant Research Scientist (Human Capital Subject Matter Expert) supports the Center for Managed Technology Services (CMTS) through strategic documentation, grant development, and program analysis. This role is intended for professionals with advanced academic training who seek to apply scholarly writing, research communication, and program development expertise to strengthen CMTS’s mission of delivering outcome-based, human capital–focused managed technology services. The position emphasizes collaboration, grant support, and strategic reporting to expand CMTS’s impact across the research enterprise.
Position Information
This position is designed as a professional staff role for individuals with advanced academic or research training who are seeking to contribute to research development, grant writing, and program strategy. Prior experience in federal grant authorship is not required; training and mentorship will be available.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic planning documents that translate CMTS’s service model into funder-aligned frameworks.
- Draft and co-author competitive federal grant proposals (NSF, USDA, NIH, and other agencies).
- Produce white papers, program frameworks, and institutional reports that articulate CMTS’s cost-recovery and service block model.
- Conduct impact analyses to demonstrate the value, sustainability, and replicability of CMTS services.
- Coordinate with CMTS leadership, researchers, and cross-functional teams to support institutional capacity in areas such as research operations, data stewardship, and compliance readiness.
- Prepare manuscripts, conference presentations, and outreach materials that communicate CMTS outcomes to stakeholders.
- Assist with program evaluation and documentation of workforce development initiatives, including internships and professional readiness programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- PhD in human capital, education, organizational leadership, information science, public policy, or a related field.
- Relevant experience in research program development, grant writing, or academic project management.
- Two years of experience in research program development, grant writing, or academic project management.
- Strong scholarly writing and critical thinking skills.
- Adaptability and interest in learning grant development frameworks.
- A collaborative, service-oriented mindset with attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
- Experience contributing to federal grant proposals.
- Familiarity with research compliance and reporting requirements.
- Experience presenting at conferences or authoring publications.
Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
Non-immigrant foreign nationals are prohibited by export control laws from performing the employment responsibilities associated with this position; sponsorship is not available.
Full-time remote work is not available for this position. However, partially remote work may be available, pending employee eligibility requirements are met in accordance with AgriLife Alternate Work Location Procedures.
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 packing including the following:
- Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance 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
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.
