Laboratory Technician

Overview Job Title: Laboratory Technician Agency: Texas A&M University Department: Vet Med Pathobiology Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate Job Location: College Station, Texas Job Type: Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term) 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: The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today\'s discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs. What we want: The laboratory technician is a staff member who will work primarily with Senior Professor as well as Image Analysis Laboratory staff to collect and analyze digital imaging data obtained from optical and electron microscopy instrumentation and assist with planning of imaging experimental data collections. Images will be primarily collected from fixed and live cells for processing/analyzing functional imaging data. Multiple structural and functional endpoints in live cells will be measured/analyzed with functional fluorescence probes or organelle specific labels to evaluate dynamic processes in living, fixed and/or processed cells and tissues analyzed with imaging processing tools involving a variety measurements such as organelle size, object tracking, 3D measurement, pattern recognition, and functional assessments of physiological endpoints using fluorescence probes of cellular function. A goal is to begin exploring label-free phenotypic assays in cells and deep learning models to predict/simulate fluorescent probes directly from unstained cells. What you need to know: Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience. Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/Part-Time Responsibilities Data Intake: Contributes to microscopic image acquisition and interpretation of biomedical samples. Image processing and computer analysis of high-resolution images obtained from electron and optical microscopes. Performs computer data entry and analysis using statistical software. Data for Publication: Analyzes data, prepares statistical analyses, and summarizes data for use in submission to journals and other publications. Contributes to the writing of methods and results for publication of manuscripts in scientific journals. Training: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Trains other research support staff and provides oversight for the management of laboratory functions such as safety issues, inventory, ordering supplies and equipment, and general lab cleanup as appropriate. Education and Experience Required Education: Associates Degree in Life Science or Computer Science Experience: One year of lab or related experience Preferred Qualifications Some prior experience in image analysis. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of imaging, image processing and analysis software. 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. 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. Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. 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