Research Assistant
About The Position
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 Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory 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 The Research Assistant performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.
- Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Responsibilities
- Technology Deployment & Support: Install, calibrate, and maintain on-farm technologies such as field-based instruments, sensors, weather stations, and drone mapping equipment.
- Data Analysis & Mapping: Analyze data from GPS, yield monitors, and soil sensors to create spatial-temporal maps, monitor crop health, and optimize management practices.
- Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Repair or upgrade technical equipment, software, and sensors in the field to ensure operational readiness.
- Training & Consultation: Train staff and graduate students on digital platforms and new technology, providing technical support.
- Research & Optimization: Collaborate with research teams to conduct trials and collect data to improve crop yields and resource management.
- Documentation: Maintain records of equipment performance, field data, and research results to prepare technical reports.
- Proposal and Manuscript Development: Assist with the development, writing, and editing of proposals, grant applications, and manuscripts.
- Assist with supervision of undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory: technical or field staff involved in research.
- Coordinates the review of the work of research staff.
- Establish, Install, maintain operate and/or repair research equipment.
- Performs other 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
