Research Assistant
Texas A&M UniversityAbout the role
Job Title
Research AssistantAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Ibt Center for Translational Cancer ResearchProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Houston, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
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.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health 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 Research Assistant provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. Assists with phases in a research project. Collaborates with other research personnel. Performs work on site.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Location/Schedule: Houston, TX/Full-Time; Occasional weekend or after-hours work might be required
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Required Education and Experience
Appropriate bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, animal science or related field.
Experience in performing benchwork
Experienced in handling rodents and maintenance of rodent colonies.
Experience with oral tissue biopsy and performing histological analysis.
Experience in liver or aging biology.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Research knowledge in liver or cancer biology
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to provide a safe environment that fosters respect of all faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Responsibilities
Experiments
Conducts experiments and technical procedures; carries out research problems; research literature relation to possible procedures and experiments; modifies procedures to suit the particular research needs.
Experimental Procedures
Maintains rat/mouse
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