Research Assistant - Earnest Lab

Job Title
Research Assistant - Earnest Lab
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics
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 in at TAMU Health, Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics (NExT) provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. In addition, they will plan and direct certain aspects of a research project focused on understanding mechanisms involved related to spinal cord injury. Collaborates with other research personnel.
What you need to know
Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
Travel: May be required to travel.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Responsibilities:
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.
Coordinates with the Principal Investigator on the priorities and objectives of research experiments conducted.
Assist with managing day-to-day operation.
Organizes and maintains laboratory.
Maintains storage upkeep and inventory of liquid nitrogen cell line, chemical inventories, animal inventory and makes sure labs are inspection ready.
Purchases chemicals for experiments, software updates for computers, and consumables. Aids in purchasing animals for experiments.
Animal Care/behavior
Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
Research Publications
Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
Mentorship
Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
Aids in onboarding of new students into the lab
Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Preferred Qualifications:
1yr of research laboratory experience with rodent models.
Research laboratory experience with assays for cognitive and social behavior.
Research laboratory experience with histological techniques and immunohistochemical assays.
Animal compliance training.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
Attention to detail.
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 compl