Research Assistant

Job Title Research Assistant

Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department Biochemistry & Biophysics

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location College Station, Texas

Job Type Staff

Qualifications Job Description Required Education B.S. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience None

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.

Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Good interpersonal skills, professionalism and competency.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Job Responsibilities

25% Conduct research on pharmacokinetics and toxicity studies, in vitro-in vivo correlations, animal models of pathology, cell cultures.

25% Conduct protein purification and enzyme assay.

20% Works closely with lab leadership and project managers to properly prepare for and execute assigned pharmacology studies. Be responsible for the physical environment for a group of assigned laboratory animals

15% Perform routine animal husbandry: cage changing, health monitoring, food/water, breeding. Perform all tasks in accordance with established protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

5% Conduct literature searches and reviews and continue to update knowledge and develop skills.

5% Maintain accurate and complete records of all findings.

5% Performs other duties as assigned.

**GRANT FUNDED POSITION**

Restrictions And Other Restricted by Patriot Act: No

Does this position or the job duties performed involve use of restricted items, software or technology covered by Export Controls regulations? No

D.O.T. Regulated No

Does this employee customarily and regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment and have the authority to make important decisions? Yes

If Yes, give percentage of time spent in this capacity: 50%

Machines or equipment used in the performance of essential duties: Computer: 20 hrs., Telephone: 5 hrs., Calculator: 1 hr.

Other Requirements Or Other Factors NA

Preferred Other Factors NA

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.