Research Assistant job opportunity at Texas A&M University System.



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Texas A&M University System Research Assistant
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degreeMaster's (M.A.)
loacation Overton, TX, United States Of America
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Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Overton Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Overton, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information We are seeking a Research Assistant in the AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Overton responsible for managing the beef productive physiology laboratory and performs quantitative analysis of blood sera for hormones using radioimmunoassay procedures.  Responsibilities: Duties will include but are not limited to: Coordinate and conduct endocrine assays, tissue culture, extraction of DNA and RNA, and protein gel electrophoresis, Maintenance of inventory and purchasing of supplies and equipment, Prepare chemical solutions, Train and supervise graduate and undergraduate students in safe laboratory procedures, Assist in blood and tissue collection, animal surgery, and experiment-related animal husbandry procedures.  Responsible for working with a variety of scientists, including principal investigators, graduate students, and technical support staff.  Performs other duties as assigned.  Required Qualifications: B.S. in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and use computer applications (including Microsoft Office).  Understanding and experience with livestock handling estrous synchronization protocols or willingness to be trained is required. Experience and training in the use of radioisotopes or willingness to be trained is required.  Experience in molecular biology and/or cell culture is desirable as is experience performing RIAs. Must possess effective interpersonal relations skills Ability to establish effective working relationships.  Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications: ​ Master of Science degree. One year of related experience. Experience in molecular biology techniques such as RNA/DNA isolation, small RNA sequencing, and real-time RT-PCR is desired.   What You Need to Know Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to  work  for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit packing including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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   Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife Applicant Instructions A pplications received by Texas A&M AgriLife 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 prepopulate 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.

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