Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

The Department of Chemistry at Texas A&M University is looking for a Research Assistant to assist in the Hagler Lab, which investigates how RNA interactions influence gene expression in cells using chemical biology approaches. The Hagler Lab focuses on measuring, predicting, and modulating RNA interactions to advance understanding of RNA regulation and support the development of therapeutic strategies.

In this role, the Research Assistant will design and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and contribute to the development of new experimental methods to achieve project goals. The position also involves providing skilled administrative and managerial support, including assisting with research planning and coordinating specific phases of the research project.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Supports the design, planning, and coordination of experiments focused on RNA interactions in cells by selecting appropriate methods, maintaining detailed research records, and assisting undergraduate, graduate, and other research staff.

• Utilizes analysis software, computers, and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data and statistical analyses, evaluate research experiments, and summarize and report findings.

• Assists with the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of research equipment, and communicates with vendors to procure new equipment and consumable materials for the lab.

• Assists in preparing and writing funding proposals and manages financial accounts related to research projects.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or biology or a related field.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology.

• Prior professional/lab experience with cell culture and/or small molecule synthesis.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Special Note: This position is funded from a grant and/or contract which is renewed under the provisions for the grantor of the contract. Your offer of employment is dependent on continued funding.

What you need to do:

Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help 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.   

Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/      

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.  

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University 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.

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