Research Assistant- Singh Lab

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

Job summary

The Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, TX seeks a Research Assistant in the Singh Lab, within the Department of Cell Biology and Genetics, to provide skilled administrative and technical support for a spinal cord injury research project.

Responsibilities include planning experiments, data analysis, equipment operation, and collaboration with research staff. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required and strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
• Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and coordinate experiments for ongoing projects.
• Maintain detailed records of data collected during experiments.
• Assist in installation and operation of research equipment; repair equipment as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Lab knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

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, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 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. 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.

Benefits & Perks

• 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

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.

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Equal Opportunity Note

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