Research Assistant

The Research Assistant provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. Assists with phases in a research project. Collaborates with other research personnel. Performs work on site.

Requirements

• Appropriate bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, animal science or related field.
• Experience in performing benchwork
• Experienced in handling rodents and maintenance of rodent colonies.
• Experience with oral tissue biopsy and performing histological analysis.
• Experience in liver or aging biology.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Research knowledge in liver or cancer biology, ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others, ability to provide a safe environment that fosters respect of all faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term disability insurance
• 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