Research Technician
Texas A&M UniversityAbout the role
Job Title
Research TechnicianAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
PsychologyProposed Minimum Salary
$15.85 hourlyJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
The Research Technician I, under general supervision, performs entry‑level, semi‑skilled technical support work involving the routine operation, maintenance, and preparation of laboratory equipment, materials, and workspaces. This role supports research activities by carrying out standard laboratory procedures, assisting with data collection, providing basic technical support to students and staff, and ensuring compliance with established safety protocols. The position involves learning and performing foundational research techniques, contributing to day‑to‑day lab operations, and supporting ongoing experiments while developing skills necessary for more advanced research responsibilities.
Opportunities to Contribute
Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment and computer systems, providing technical and logistical support as needed.
Manages laboratory inventory and procures parts and supplies to support ongoing operations.
Ensures laboratory spaces meet OSHA safety standards and performs routine cleaning and maintenance of lab and prep areas.
Supports senior staff and students in conducting research and field experiments, including contributing to procedure development.
Recruits, screens, and maintains records for research study participants.
Engages in ongoing training and professional development to support laboratory and research operations.
Qualifications
H.S. Diploma.
Two years of related experience.
Ability to life and/or move medium weight objects.
Salary: $15.85 per hour
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
What you need to do
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume’/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
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.
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is engaged in research that falls into all five graduate areas of specialization:
Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience
Clinical Psychology
Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Social & Personality Psychology
In addition to the Department of Psychological and Brain Science’s 5 areas of specialization, we have overlapping research interests that bridge traditional areas of psychology. These primary research themes include Affective Science; Neuroscience; Personality and Individual Differences. To learn more please visit our site at https://artsci.tamu.edu/psychological-brain-sciences/index.html
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.