What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate position at Texas A&M Health?
Job Description
Glimpse of the Job
As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our research initiatives. Under general supervision, you will conduct cutting-edge research and ensure the smooth operation of our laboratory by managing supplies through AggieBuy. You will supervise student workers, overseeing tasks such as cleaning, biohazardous waste removal, and other essential duties. Your responsibilities will also include assisting with research animal experiments in accordance with approved protocols and maintaining our high containment biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) laboratory. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to perform independent experiments, contributing to our innovative research projects.
What we want
The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for an Research Associate to serve as a member of the Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of research experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives 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 : Between $45,000 - $60,000
Special Note : A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV / Resume section. Please include direct experience aligned with the job responsibilities.
Export Control : This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment, will be working with select agent Coxiella Burnetii.
Required Education and Experience :
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Two years of related experience in biological laboratory research
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to positively and professionally interact with faculty, students, and staff
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and instructional programs
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a microbiology laboratory
Experience working in BL2 and BL3 laboratories
Experience working with animals
Responsibilities : Research :
Performing independent microbiology experiments under general supervision to advance the aims of the grants in the lab.
Design and execute experiments and then present the results at weekly meetings to supervisor.
Keep detailed records of experiments and results and compile results into summaries for review by others.
Lab Maintenance :
Basic laboratory maintenance and supervising students.
Stocking and ordering all laboratory supplies through Aggiebuy to maintain normal functions.
Cleaning and maintaining equipment used in the laboratory including initiating repairs.
BSL3 and A-BSL3 Lab Maintenance :
Performing duties listed on animal use protocols (AUPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in the BSL3.
Assisting with animal experiments in both BL2 and BL3 spaces. Basic laboratory maintenance of BSL3 supplies and waste removal.
Physical Requirements
Ability to move light, medium or heavy objects with assistance.
Some lifting / carrying of research packages.
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-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
of annual paid holidays
Up to and at least each month
Automatic enrollment in the
Health and Wellness :
Professional Development : All employees have access to free training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000
