Research Assistant

Job Title Research Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Overton Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Overton, Texas Job Type Staff Position Information We are seeking a Research Assistant to support soil science and soil microbiology research activities requiring an advanced level of knowledge and laboratory experience in soil science and soil microbiology. Learning requirements are predominantly intellectual and varied in character and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Responsibilities Performs a variety of research activities which include fieldwork, greenhouse experiments, laboratory analysis, and data analysis using statistical reference. Learning requirements are predominantly intellectual and varied in character and require consistent use of discretion and judgment. Conducts soil analysis for microbiome, DNA extraction, designs and runs qPCR assays and bioinformatic skills to analyze microbiome sequence data. Assists with supervision of graduate students and other lab/field personnel in research. Installs, operates and/or repairs research equipment. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science or relevant field. Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment. Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Soil Science or relevant field. Skills in soil analysis for microbiome, DNA extraction, designing and running qPCR assays, and bioinformatic skills. Other Requirements This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding. What You Need to Know – Salary Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. Benefits Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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 Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M International University