What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at Texas A&M AgriLife?
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.
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Position Information
We are seeking a Research Assistant in the
AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Overton
responsible for performing skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.
Responsibilities:
- General cattle duties in all facets of cow/calf operation to include calving, treatment of sick cattle, feeding, hauling, weighing, which requires operating an Agency vehicle to perform duties.
- 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 purchasing, reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
- Must be able to drive tractor and operate equipment.
- Physical labor required. Must be able to lift or move heavy loads.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
- Experience in haying operations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with reproductive technologies (estrous synchronization, AI, ultrasonography and animal health is preferred)
Other Requirements:
- Physical labor required.
- Must be able to lift or move heavy loads.
- Must be able to drive tractor and operate equipment.
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 insurancewith 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
Applications 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.
