Graduate Research Assistant; NSF- Bio&Chem

Job Summary

The TAMIU Department of Biology & Chemistry is seeking a highly motivated, part‑time Research Assistant for an NSF grant‑funded graduate research project focused on biochemical and molecular studies of yeast pathogenicity. This role is intended for a graduate student enrolled in the MS Biology program who is interested in gaining hands‑on biomedical research experience.

• Research and collect data using complex techniques and laboratory procedures.
• Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.
• Develop assessment and evaluation tools.
• Perform experiments and analyze data.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in regional scientific conferences and contribute to peer‑reviewed publications upon successful completion of assigned projects.

• Enrolled at least half‑time (3 credit hours per semester) in TAMIU’s MS Biology program.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Meet all requirements of TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

• BS degree with a GPA above 3.0.
• Undergraduate research assistant experience.

• Proficiency with personal computer workstations and common software applications.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer‑service skills.
• Problem analysis and problem‑solving abilities.
• Capacity to learn and use multiple software programs.

• On‑campus, face‑to‑face interactions required.
• Regular schedule of attendance on campus, coordinated with class schedule.
• Prompt completion of all required training.
• Bi‑weekly submission of timesheets.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required; subject to funding and/or need.

$18.50 per hour for up to 19 hours weekly. All positions are security‑sensitive; applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon credential verification as required by institutional procedures.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.