Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Animal Science Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Responsibilities: -Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating experiments in support of various research projects. -Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data. -Use 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 and/or repairs research equipment. -Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records -Performs other related duties and assigned. -Aids in the care/husbandry of zebrafish. -Maintains cell cultures as needed. Application Instructions: Please include a cover letter that highlights your interest and qualifications, a CV (or resume), and a list of ≥3 references that may be contacted later. Required Education and Experience: -Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Experience: -Experience working with zebrafish or other animal models. -Light or fluorescent microscopy experience. -Molecular biology and recombinant DNA experience. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. -Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position. -Excellent communication skills -Team oriented with a desire to collaborate. -Comfortable working on multiple projects.-Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to maintain lab notes, populate databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. 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.