Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

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. Collaborate with other research personnel.

Salary:
Will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.

Location/

Schedule:

Bryan, TX/Full-Time;
This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

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 records 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.
• Collects, records, maintains, and analyzes experimental/research data.

General Lab Duties

• Maintains all NEXT department core-related related resources, including autoclaves, liquid nitrogen tanks, confocal microscopes, eyewash stations, and the NEXT behavioral core.
• Supports Principal Investigator (PI) laboratories by coordinating and addressing facilities-related repairs, while also assisting with broader maintenance and operational needs across the NEXT department.

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.
• Assist with training lab staff on the use of autoclaves, confocals and all other core NEXT equipment as needed.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Biology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Psychology, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in prior roles requiring strong organizational skills, attention to cleanliness and order, and effective teamwork in settings similar to this position.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and have excellent interpersonal skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
• Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
• Attention to detail.
• Intimate knowledge of NEXT laboratory maintenance and NEXT equipment.

Why Texas A&M University?

• 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 Linked In 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