Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute of Renewable Natural Resources

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Research Assistant will assist the institute with project planning, development, management, and implementation of research and education projects.

Responsibilities:
-Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating of experiments in support of various research projects.
-Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.
-Uses 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, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
-Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

-Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

-Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.

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.