Research Assistant

**Job Title** Research Assistant **Agency** Texas A&M Agrilife Research **Department** Biochemistry & Biophysics **Proposed Minimum Salary** $3,750.00 monthly **Job Location** College Station, 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:  * [Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service](https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/)  * [Texas A&M AgriLife Research](https://agriliferesearch.tamu.edu/)  * [College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University](https://aglifesciences.tamu.edu/)  * [Texas A&M Forest Service](https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/)  * [Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory](https://tvmdl.tamu.edu/)  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](https://agrilife.tamu.edu/) to learn more about how **_you_** can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!  **Position Information** Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. **Responsibilities** \-Design, perform and analyze experiments to study the structure/function relationships of assigned proteins. Cloning and expression of proteins of interest. Purification of proteins in sufficient quantity to obtain crystals. Crystallization of proteins. Data collection and analysis. \-Conducting High Throughput Screening using EchoMS and Plate Readers. \-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. \-Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research. \-Assists with laboratory management of stocks, supplies and equipment.-Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records. \-Performs other related duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications:** Bachelor's in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or closely related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. **Preferred Qualifications:** Cloning and expression of proteins. High Throughput Screening. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Good interpersonal skills, professionalism and competency. Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position. **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 package including the following:   * [Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance](https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/) 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.  **Required Documents**  CV/ Resume  Cover letter  List of references  Certifications/additional documentation 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.