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 Job Description Qualifications 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.