Research Assistant, Ko Lab

** Job Title
** Research Assistant, Ko Lab
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University Health Science Center
** Department
* * Cell Biology and Genetics
** 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 areAs 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 provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. Assists in preparing proposals for funding agencies, operations of research equipment, and other lab/field personnel in research. Collaborates with other research personnel.
** 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.
* Manages laboratory resources, including routine equipment-function checks, maintenance of mouse cages, and reagent and supply inventory.
* Assists in the installation and operation of 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.
** 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.
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* Qualifications:

**** Required Education
*** Bachelor's degree in biology, a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
** Required Licenses and Certifications
*** May vary with research area.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** None
* * Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
* Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
* Attention to detail.

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.*, with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
* of annual paid holidays
* Up to and at least each month
* Automatic enrollment in the
* Health and Wellness:
* Professional Development:
All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
* for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
* 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 Linked In 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.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is…