Research Technician

Job Title

Research Technician I-2

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Commensurate

Bryan, Texas

Staff

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.

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.

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

This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

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

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two years of laboratory experience or related areas

• 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 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

• 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

• 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

• Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.

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.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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
• Health and Wellness:
  Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development:
  All employees have access to free Linked In 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

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 Linked In 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.