Research Assistant - Reddy Lab 1

Texas A&M University System • Bryan, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant helps and conducts experimental studies and data analytics in the research lab, including brain disease models and behavioral patterns. Assists senior research staff with advancing experimental studies and support with the neural techniques. This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
• Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in biological or biomedical sciences or neuroscience.
• Experience in Epigenetics and Bioinformatics.
• Ability to help senior researchers with brain paradigms and data collection.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret EEG recording and behavior tests.
• Ability to organize, conduct and report pharmacological studies and experiments.
• Experience working with EEG studies, data compilation and analysis.
• Ability to read temporo-spatial progression of seizures, and behavioral patterns.
• Ability to help research staff with advancing experimental studies and support with the neural techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
• Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.
• Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment. May repair research equipment.
• Uses and computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.
• Assist and conduct brain research with pharmacological methods and techniques, carrying out procedures, and recording results in the lab.
• Assists with performing Epigenetic analysis with bioinformatic tools.
• Assists and performs experimental procedures involving brain disease models.
• Assists and performs experimental procedures involving behavior and signal recording.
• Assists with neuroscience electrophysiological analysis studies.
• Assists with performing technical operations relevant to pharmacology and PK studies.
• Prepares database of neural observations and EEG recording.
• Assists and edits scientific manuscripts.
• Coordinates work progress with campus and external collaborators.
• Coordinates lab compliance and materials for research projects.
• Orders and maintains scientific supplies and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains lab records and inventories.
• Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
• Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level