Senior Research Associate

## Senior Research Associate Apply locations:
College Station, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-094843
** Job Title
** Senior Research Associate
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Research
** Department
* * Soil & Crop Sciences
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** About Texas A&M Agri Life
** Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:
* Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service
* Texas A&M Agri Life Research
* College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
* Texas A&M Forest Service
* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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** Responsibilities:*
* -Performs dry laboratory operations such as seed processing, ginning, planting prep, packing, etc.  
-Performs wet lab activities such as seed treatments, delinting, DNA extraction, etc.  
-Performs greenhouse management.  
-Performs field/greenhouse/lab data collection and analyses.  
-Supervise undergraduate students involved in research.
** Required

Education and Experience:

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* -Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Genetics, Biology, Horticulture, or related field.  
-Four years of related professional experience.
** Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*
* -Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis)-Knowledge of plant breeding and genetics principles.

-Statistical analysis software proficiency (R, SAS, or equivalent)-Strong attention to detail and record-keeping abilities.

-Excellent organizational and project management skills.  
-Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.
** Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**-Experience with database management systems.

-Laboratory experience with cotton or other fiber crop.

- Experience with plant breeding and genetic research.
** Preferred Licenses or

Certifications:

**-Ability to obtain valid driver's license with clean driving record.

-Laboratory safety certification.

-Biosafety training certification.
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* Preferred Experience:

**-Minimum of 1 year in BSL level 1 experience.

-1 year experience in molecular biology techniques in addition to or including the BSL level 1 experiences.
** Other Requirements:**-Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.

-Not allergic to cotton fiber, dust, plant materials, pollen, or other natural products encountered in outdoor setting.

-Ability to work normal workday in laboratory, greenhouse, and field environments with varying temperatures and humidity.
** Please attach to your completed application:**-Resume/CV-List of References with email and daytime phone numbers
** Why Work at Texas A&M Agri Life?
** When you choose to
*** work
* ** for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international  addition, Texas A&M Agri Life offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
* Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M Agri Life 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
* Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M Agri Life 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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