Sobre esta vaga de Research Associate na Texas A&M University System
Job Title
Research AssociateAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Pharmacy - InstructionProposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthlyJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
What we believe
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, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center 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 College of Pharmacy is looking for a Research Associate to serve as a member of the Pharmaceutical Sciences team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
What You Need to Know
Salary Range: $45,000.00
Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended
Other Requirements and Factors: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.
Responsibilities:
Research
Design protocol for Lab procedure projects including, but not limited to, cell isolation using techniques such as cell culture, Western blot, DNA and RNA purification, PCR, ELISA, immunocytochemistry/histochemistry and flow cytometry. Prepares reagents.
Supervise undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
Administrative
Lab Duties: General laboratory duties such as research equipment maintenance and operation, and maintaining a safe working environment. Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis.
Documentation: Oversees and maintains an accurate inventory of laboratory animals and supplies
Participate in general lab organization and maintenance.
Ordering supplies and managing inventory, and performing other duties as assigned.
Animal Research
Maintenance of animal care
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
Appropriate bachelor’s degree
Two years of relevant professional experience. (Master’s degree is equivalent to two years of experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
MS degree in biological/life science
Two or more years of experience in a cancer biology/molecular biology laboratory
Experience in techniques such as cell isolation, Western blot, DNA and RNA purification, PCR, ELISA, and maintenance of animal care etc.
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Interest in learning new techniques
Highly motivated and organized
- Strong desire and demonstrated ability to advance scientific projects
Excellent work ethic
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and ability to design, plan, conduct and coordinate experiments in support of various research projects. Ability to evaluate, select, and apply standard research techniques and data collection.
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 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
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/Veterans/Disability Employer.
