Research Technician I

Texas A&M University; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center in Bryan, Texas is seeking a Research Technician I to assist in conducting experiments and technical procedures within the Psychiatry and Behavioral Science department. The role involves recording observations, performing laboratory analyses, and supporting ongoing research projects.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with two years of laboratory experience and may possess a Bachelor's in Biology or Neuroscience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of laboratory experience
• Bachelor's in Biology, Neuroscience or related field
• Experience in immunohistochemistry, microscopy, behavioral analysis in mice
• Electrophysiology technique and stereotaxic surgery

Responsibilities

• Assists in conducting experiments and technical procedures. Performs some laboratory research activities.
• Reviews literature relating to possible procedures and experiments. Modifies procedures to suit the research need.
• Assists with planning and may supervise technical operations.
• Assists personnel involved in a series of controlled environment or analysis experiments.
• Assists in making chemical and physical analyses which may require ingenuity and improvisation.

Skills

Lab equipment knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Microscopy

Stereotaxic surgery

Job description

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Job Title

Research Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

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 Technician I assists in conducting experiments and technical procedures. Performs some laboratory research activities. Makes and records observations and measurements.

What You Need To Know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.

Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time

Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations

• Assists in conducting experiments and technical procedures. Performs some laboratory research activities.
• Reviews literature relating to possible procedures and experiments. Modifies procedures to suit the research need.
• Assists with planning and may supervise technical operations.
• Assists personnel involved in a series of controlled environment or analysis experiments.
• Assists in making chemical and physical analyses which, although they follow standard procedures and tests, may require the exercise of some ingenuity and improvisation.

Data Entry

• Uses computer equipment for controlling equipment and compiling data.
• Makes and records observations and measurements.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of laboratory experience or related areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Biology, Neuroscience or related field
• Some experience in research in neuroscience or related field
• Experience in immunohistochemistry, microscopy, behavioral analysis in mice. Tissue collection and processing from mice. Electrophysiology technique and stereotaxic surgery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

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

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.