Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology

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 supports ARPA-H–funded research focused on bacterial immunotherapy for cancer. The Research Assistant will perform in vivo and in vitro experiments, including murine tumor models, bacterial culture and engineering, and immunological assays. The role involves executing experimental protocols, collecting and analyzing data, and supporting translational research efforts.

What you need to know

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, immunology, microbiology, or related field.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with animal models (mouse handling, injections).
• Experience with flow cytometry or immunological assays.
• Experience with bacterial culture or microbiology techniques.
• Experience working in BSL-2 laboratory environments.
• Experience in laboratory research (academic or industry).
• Master’s degree in biology, immunology, microbiology, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of cell culture, molecular biology, or immunology techniques.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques in biology and immunology.
• Ability to follow detailed experimental protocols.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

Conduct In Vivo Tumor Studies:

• Establish and monitor murine tumor models; perform injections (IV, intratumoral); monitor tumor growth and animal health; collect tissues at endpoint.
  
  
  

Perform Immunological and Molecular Assays:

• Conduct flow cytometry, ELISA, and cytokine assays; assist with RNA/protein analysis; process biological samples.
  
  
  

Perform Bacterial Culture and Experimental Preparation:

• Culture and maintain bacterial strains; prepare experimental reagents; ensure quality and sterility of materials.
  
  
  

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Record experimental data; perform basic statistical analysis; organize and maintain datasets; prepare figures.
  
  
  

Laboratory Operations and Compliance:

• Maintain lab supplies and inventory; follow biosafety and IACUC protocols; ensure regulatory compliance.
  
  
  

Support Collaborative Research Activities:

• Assist with team projects; participate in lab meetings; contribute to experimental planning and troubleshooting.
  
  
  

Why Texas A&M University?

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
  
  
  

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.