Job Title
Research Technician I - Mahnke Lab
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Neuroscience & Experimental Therapeutics
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents& livedexperiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourcorevalueswhich are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Healthencompasses five colleges andnumerouscenters and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovativeresearchand team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Research Technician I performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.
What you need to know
Salary:Will becommensuratebased on the selected hire’s education and experience
Location/Schedule: Bryan, TX/Full-Time; May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.
Please note:This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume toassistus with the review process. You may upload these documentsonthe application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma.
Two years of laboratory or research experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Pursuing or having received a BS in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or similar scientific fields.
Molecular and cellular biology laboratory experience, R coding and statistical analysis experience, BSL2 laboratory experience.
Flow cytometry, BSL2 cell culture, qPCR, data analysis
Understanding of molecular and cellular biology, including appropriate laboratory assays.
Ability to work independently and keep laboratory records.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written skills.
Presentation skills.
Analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Must be able to work independently as part of a multidisciplinary collaborative team.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Responsibilities
Research Technical Support
Assembles and operates technical equipment.
Sets-up and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.
Maintains inventory and orders parts and supplies as needed.
Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.
Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.
Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup.
Prepares laboratory reagents and solutions, and maintain laboratory equipment.
Coordinates day-to-day laboratory maintenance and maintain laboratory safety manuals.
Orders laboratory supplies and maintain lab inventory.
Performs general lab cleaning to include benches and glassware.
Research Procedure Support
Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures.
Assists with the maintaining records on research experiments.
Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.
Laboratory management, record keeping
Keeps detailed records of data, including data sharing and best practices-compliant research logs in an electronic lab notebook.
Helps to maintain financial accounts related to research projects, including placing and receiving orders for laboratory equipment and consumable reagents.
Works to ensure the laboratory is clean and waste is appropriately treated for removal.
Training
Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.
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-artrecreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonablecost-of-living and no long commutes.
Medical,prescription drug,dental,vision,life and AD&D,flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurancewith Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 daysof 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 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.
