Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Pharmacy - Instruction

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,750.00 monthly

Job Location

Kingsville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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 School of Pharmacy is looking for a Research Assistant to serve as a member of the Pharmaceutical Sciences team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting principal investigator 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: $3,750.00 monthly. Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire's experience.

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.

Required Education:

• Appropriate bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Education and experience:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry

• Experience working with individuals and communities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Job Responsibilities:

Research

• Collect, compiles, and analyze research data.

• Uses statistical methods and relational databases to analyze datasets

• Prepares or assists in preparing reports of research funding

• Assist with authoring or editing technical reports/manuscripts and summary findings

• Assists in formulating research objectives, programs, and priorities

• Manage the breeding and genotyping of animals colonies

• Order and prepare buffers and research reagents as needed and keeps a log

• May train users on the preparation and data management of research equipment

Administrative Duties

• Assists with planning, developing, coordinating, and administering research projects

• Manage and overseas research equipment

• Comply with all state and university policies

• Demonstrates intermediate to expert skills with Microsoft office software, and is able to learn and use institutional software systems.

• Supervisory responsibilities: may carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws.

Why Texas A&M University?

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.

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

• Health, dental, vision, life 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.

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University and TAMHSC, 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.

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.