Research Assistant

Job Title
Research Assistant
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Medical Physiology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, 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 is responsible for performing, analyzing, and presenting the results of assigned research projects in cancer and lymphatic biology, particularly looking at signaling mechanisms.
What you need to know
Salary: Commensurate
Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends and may require travel.
What you need to do: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Responsibilities:
Research
Perform experiments for assigned research projects that includes: assist in mammalian cell culture techniques, molecular biology experiments, real time PCR, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry and fluorescent and confocal imaging
Conduct and monitor breeding of animals, tissue harvest and basic surgical techniques, accurately record animal logs pertaining to breeding of rodents and during xenograft studies
Research design by surveying literature
Obtain data through laboratory and scientific techniques
Coordinate with research support staff on technical procedures
Data Analyses & Production of Publications and Presentations
Interpret and analyze data using scientific or statistical techniques
Assist with the preparation of research literature during manuscript and grant submissions
Present data at domestic and international scientific meetings
Laboratory Maintenance
Coordinate day-to-day laboratory maintenance and maintain laboratory safety manuals
Order laboratory supplies and maintain lab inventory
Prepare laboratory reagents and solutions, and maintain laboratory equipment
General lab cleaning to include benches and glassware
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
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Preferred Qualifications:
Basic laboratory experience
Experience in molecular biology research and cell culture techniques
Mouse handling and performing necropsies
Experience with using and troubleshooting general laboratory equipment
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 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.