Research Assistant

Texas A&M University Health Science Center; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 38 000 - 58 000; Tempo integral

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Resumo da oferta

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Houston seeks a Research Assistant to provide skilled, administrative, and technical support in translational cancer research. The role plans and directs phases of research projects and collaborates with other researchers, with on-site responsibilities at the Ibt Center for Translational Cancer Research.

Occasional weekend or after-hours work might be required. The position involves conducting experiments, data analysis, and contributing to

Qualificações

• Appropriate bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, animal science or related field preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Experiments: conducts experiments and technical procedures; modifies procedures to suit research needs.
• Experimental Procedures: maintains rodent colonies; administers treatments; monitors responses; conducts biopsy and tissue harvesting.
• Data Analysis: prepares data for analysis; organizes inventory and equipment; orders supplies.
• Writings/Publications: assists in writing and editing scientific material for publication.
• Meetings: participates in lab meetings and cross-departmental projects.

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title

Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Ibt Center for Translational Cancer Research Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationHouston, Texas Job TypeStaff

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 are

As 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. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. Assists with phases in a research project. Collaborates with other research personnel. Performs work on site.

Schedule

Occasional weekend or after-hours work might be required.

Responsibilities

• Experiments Conducts experiments and technical procedures; carries out research problems; research literature relation to possible procedures and experiments; modifies procedures to suit the particular research needs.
• Experimental Procedures Maintains rat/mouse colonies; administer chemical and patch treatment; monitor treatment responses; conducts rat-based studies, such as biopsy and tissue harvesting.
• Data Analysis Prepares data for analysis and prepares samples. Obtain original research results, organize and maintain inventory and equipment used in the lab. Orders scientific supplies and equipment.
• Writings/Publications Assists in writing and/or edits for publication scientific material requiring academic knowledge; researches and catalogs reference materials requiring understanding of subject matter theory.
• Meetings Participates in lab meeting within the center and other departments. Participates in joint projects involving the laboratory team. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education

Appropriate bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, animal science or related field. Experience in performing benchwork Experienced in handling rodents and maintenance of rodent colonies. Experience with oral tissue biopsy and performing histological analysis. Experience in liver or aging biology.

Experience

• Experience in performing benchwork
• Experienced in handling rodents and maintenance of rodent colonies
• Experience with oral tissue biopsy and performing histological analysis
• Experience in liver or aging biology

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Research knowledge in liver or cancer biology Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Ability to provide a safe environment that fosters respect of all faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Why TexasA&MUniversity?

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

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.

The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

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