Research Assistant

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R-089108
** Job Title
** Research Assistant
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Research
** Department
* * Biochemistry & Biophysics
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description**# Qualifications
** Required

Education:

** B.S. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
*
* Required Experience:

** None
* * Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
** Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Good interpersonal skills, professionalism and competency.  Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.#

Job Responsibilities
25% Conduct research on pharmacokinetics and toxicity studies, in vitro-in vivo correlations, animal models of pathology, cell cultures.  25% Conduct protein purification and enzyme assay.
20% Works closely with lab leadership and project managers to properly prepare for and execute assigned pharmacology studies. Be responsible for the physical environment for a group of assigned laboratory animals
15% Perform routine animal husbandry: cage changing, health monitoring, food/water, breeding. Perform all tasks in accordance with established protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).5% Conduct literature searches and reviews and continue to update knowledge and develop skills.
5% Maintain accurate and complete records of all findings.
5% Performs other duties as assigned.  GRANT FUNDED POSITION  #
** Restrictions and Other
****** Restricted by Patriot Act:
**** No

No
* *** D.O.T. regulated:
**** No

Yes
* *** If Yes, give percentage of time spent in this capacity:
**** 50%
**** Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties:
**** Computer: 20 hrs., Telephone: 5 hrs., Calculator: 1 hr.
**** Other Requirements or Other Factors
**** NA
* *** Preferred Other Factors
**** NAAll 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 committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.

Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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