Research Technician I

Job Title

Research Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job 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 Technician I, under general supervision performs entry level, semi-skilled, technical support research work involving performance of routine tasks.

What you need to know

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Other Requirements and Factors: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of laboratory experience or related areas.

  Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Biology, Neuroscience or related field

• Some experience in research in neuroscience or related field

• Experience in immunohistochemistry, microscopy, behavioral analysis in mice, molecular biology.

• Tissue collection and processing from mice.

• Electrophysiology technique and stereotaxic surgery.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.

• Knowledge of lab room preparation and lab techniques and safety.

• Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  Responsibilities:

  Research Technical Support

• Assembles and operates technical equipment.

• Sets-up and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.

• Maintains inventory and orders parts and supplies as needed.

• Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.

• Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.

• Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup.

  35% Research Procedure Support

• Assists senior staff members in conducting major field experiments and consults in developing procedures.

• Assists with the participant (subject) pool by recruiting, screening, and maintaining records on research participants.

• Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

  5% Training

• Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

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 pre-populate 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.