Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Agency:
Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Job Location:

College Station, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description:

Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.

Responsibilities:

• Assists undergraduate or graduate students, technical or field staff involved in research.
• Supports coordination and execution of research projects.
• Supports communication and scheduling with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
• Assist with purchasing of equipment and supplies.
• Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
• Operates tractors and farm equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Experience:

Crop production.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Please attach to your completed application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of references with email and daytime phone number(s)

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.