Research Assistant

Texas A&M AgriLife Research • College Station, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant performs independent research activities requiring knowledge in the field of Weed Science and will require consistent use of discretion and judgement. Prepares proposals for funding agencies, operations of research equipment. Trains students and other lab/field/greenhouse personnel in research. Assists in planning and executing research projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software.
• Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience in relevant field of research.
• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License.
• Ability to obtain a Drone License.

Responsibilities

• Designs, plans, conducts and coordinates experiments in support of various research projects.
• Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques of routine research, keeping detailed records of data.
• Assists in planning and coordinating research projects.
• Uses computers and laboratory equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis, and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Training undergraduate, graduate, and non-affiliated student interns or laboratory, technical or field staff in research.
• Ensures proper maintenance to building and equipment are up to date.
• Ensures our lab spaces are compliant with EHS and other inspections.
• Helping program members with troubleshooting and maintenance as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level