Research Technician-Zarin Lab
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Job Title
Research TechnicianZarin LabAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
BiologyProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Glimpse of the Job
Are you passionate about research and eager to kickstart your career in a dynamic and supportive environment We are looking for a motivated and detailoriented individual to join our Biology Department as a Research Technician I. In this role you will provide technical support for our research projects performing a variety of routine tasks with precision and care. We seek someone with enthusiasm for research a keen eye for detail and the ability to perform semiskilled tasks diligently. If youre ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of research apply now!
Opportunities to Contribute
Set up crosses using fruit flies and collect larvae progeny.
Perform locomotion behavior assays in Fruit fly larvae.
Assists senior staff members in conducting experiments and consults in developing procedures.
Analyze the locomotion behavior data using MATLAB and R program.
Train undergraduate students with the research tasks.
Participates in training and professional development sessions as needed.
Assist with fly food preparation and fly flipping.
Perform highresolution laser scanning microscopy.
Assemble operate and maintain technical equipment.
Setsup and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.
Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.
Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related professional experience.
A wellqualified candidate will also possess one of more or the following
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
Ability to work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends.
Ability to perform animal dissection using sharp tweezers Familiarity with Excel MATLAB and R Familiarity with microscopy and immunohistochemistry.
Some prior experience to work with fruit flies.
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hires education and experience.
Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends
Special Note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts as well as satisfactory job performance. This position will require exportcontrol authorization prior to starting employment.
What You Need to Do
Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University
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.
The Department of Biology at Texas A&M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cuttingedge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more please visit us at 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 stateoftheart 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 costofliving and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor 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
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 securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
