Research Assistant, Civil Engineering — Impactful Lab Projects

tamus; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Education Leave

Wellness Program

Professional Development

Job summary

Texas A&M Engineering recruits for a Research Assistant P8 position at the Main Campus in College Station, TX. The role supports multiple research projects within Civil Engineering and reports to the department’s research operations.

A strong background in relevant fields is essential. The Research Assistant will design and coordinate experiments, maintain records, and assist with funding proposals while collaborating with students and staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating of experiments in support of various research projects.
• Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.
• Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Evaluates and summarizes results.
• Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
• Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
• Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Job description

Texas A&M Engineering recruits for a Research Assistant P8 position at the Main Campus in College Station, TX. The role supports multiple research projects within Civil Engineering and reports to the department’s research operations.

A strong background in relevant fields is essential. The Research Assistant will design and coordinate experiments, maintain records, and assist with funding proposals while collaborating with students and staff.