Research Assistant- Singh Lab

Texas A&M University System; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, Texas, seeks a Research Assistant for the Singh Lab in the Department of Cell Biology and Genetics. The role provides skilled support for a grant-funded project focusing on spinal cord injury mechanisms, with collaboration across research personnel.

Schedule may require beyond normal hours and occasional travel; a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required. This is a staff position within a dynamic academic health center.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
• Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.
• Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment. May repair research equipment.
• Uses computers and laboratory equipment to perform data analysis, statistics, and evaluation of experiments.
• Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.

Skills

Computers & software

Lab maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

Research Assistant- Singh Lab

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Cell Biology and Genetics

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 in at TAMU Health, Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine Department of Cell Biology and Genetics provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. In addition, they will plan and direct certain aspects of a research project focused on understanding mechanisms involved related to spinal cord injury. Collaborates with other research personnel.

What you need to know

Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Travel: May be required to travel.

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Responsibilities:

Research

• Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
• Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.
• Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment. May repair research equipment.
• Uses and computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.

General Lab duties

• Perform hypothesis driven research with a clear understanding and use of controls.
• Preform experiments at the bench level to support investigative work, potentially including, but not limited to molecular biology assays, DNA sequencing, PCR amplification, RT-PCR amplification, TC culture, BLS2/3 work, CRISPR/Cas9 screening and editing, and analysis of results.
• Recover, compile and verify accuracy of research data, Interpret and report on experimental results.

Research Publications

• Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.

Mentorship

• Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts 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 leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for 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.