Research Technician

Overview

Job Title:

Research Technician I

Agency:
Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department:
Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Location:

Bryan, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

The Research Technician I, under general supervision, performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.

• Assembles and operates technical equipment.
• Sets up and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.
• Maintains inventory and orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.
• Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.
• Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup.
• Research Procedure Support:
  Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures.
• Assists with the participant (subject) pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.
• Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.
• Training:
  Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
• Knowledge of lab room preparation and lab techniques and safety.
• Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Required:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of laboratory experience or related areas.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Neuroscience or related field; some experience in neuroscience research; experience in immunohistochemistry, microscopy, behavioral analysis in mice, molecular biology; tissue collection and processing from mice; electrophysiology technique and stereotaxic surgery.

This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

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.

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Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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