Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Vet Med Pathobiology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$12.02 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

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

The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs.  To learn more, please visit our website https://vetmed.tamu.edu/  

What we want

The Research Assistant is responsible for supporting research activities under general supervision in the Wiener and Stranahan Dermatopathology Labs. Duties may include assisting in cell culture, histopathology, and immunohistochemistry experiments in addition to general laboratory maintenance duties. Basic knowledge of techniques commonly used in research are preferred, but not required.

What you need to know

Compensation will be $12.02/hr

Required Education:

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

Preferred Education:

• Degree in biomedical science, biology, microbiology, genetics, biochemistry or other life science related field.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with the following lab techniques is preferred: immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, DNA and RNA extraction, conventional PCR, real-time PCR, cell culture, RNA sequencing and agarose gel electrophoresis.

• Experience in cell culture, PCR, sequencing, immunohistochemistry, processing and staining of tissue.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Good communication and organization skills, ability to work independently, enthusiasm for learning new techniques, and high motivation are highly desired.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge in Dermatopathology, Veterinary Pathology or Veterinary Medicine.

Responsibilities:

• Research Assistant: Performs routine laboratory tests including immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, conventional and real time PCR and synthesizes and interprets results. Performs antibody optimization and antigen retrieval, IHC/IFC, and ISH manually. Obtains skin samples from the pathology building or small animal hospital and performs work in cell culture (organoids and cell lines). Designs and troubleshoots protocols, procedures, and techniques. Assists a project leader with the development and implementation of research projects. Participates with others in the development of experiments; conducts experiments; analyzes and maintains detailed records of data and prepares written summaries of results for reports and manuscripts; utilizes computers to generate graphics and statistical displays.

• Supervision of Student workers and graduate students: May train graduate students, and part-time workers in standardized research techniques and analytical procedures.

• Organization/maintenance of lab supplies: Assists in ensuring availability of proper laboratory supplies and procures supplies as necessary; performs and schedules maintenance on research equipment; may coordinate the use of research equipment and other resources; may maintain and update records of expenditures on project accounts. Performs other duties as assigned.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.