Research Assistant - Reddy Lab

Texas A&M University System • Bryan, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant is responsible for helping and carrying out experimental studies and data analytics in the research lab, including brain disease models and behavioral patterns. This position is responsible to assist senior research staff with advancing experimental studies, data analysis, records and supporting the neural techniques. This is a part-time position.

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
• Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in biological or biomedical sciences or neuroscience.
• Experience in animal care.
• Experience working with EEG studies, data compilation and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Experimental brain research
• Assist and conduct brain research with pharmacological methods and techniques, carrying out procedures, and recording results in the lab.
• Assists and performs experimental procedures involving brain disease models.
• Assist and perform experimental procedures involving behavior and signal recording.
• Assists with neuroscience electrophysiological analysis studies.
• Assists with performing technical operations relevant to pharmacology and PK studies.
• Data analysis and records
• Prepare database of neural observations and EEG recording.
• Assist and edit scientific manuscripts.
• Coordinate work progress with campus and external collaborators.
• General lab management
• Coordinate lab compliance and materials for research projects.
• Order and maintain scientific supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain lab records and inventories.

Benefits

• Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.

What This Job Offers

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