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Research Assistant

Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Full-time
On-site
Lubbock, Texas, United States

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Lubbock

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Lubbock, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

We are seeking a Research Assistant to perform skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research for Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Lubbock.

Responsibilities:
-Assists in the design, planning, and coordinating of experiments in support of various research projects.
-Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed records of data.
-Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
-Evaluates and summarizes results.
-Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
-Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
-Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.
-Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
-Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit packing including the following:

  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife 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  
  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife 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 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.