Research Program Associate I

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M’s Biology Department is seeking a Research Program Associate I to support ongoing research programs by supplying, maintaining, and organizing laboratory equipment and resources. Under general supervision, this position will prepare research materials, assist with laboratory operations, and train teaching assistants on procedures related to ongoing research projects and experiments, helping to ensure the efficient and effective execution of research activities.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of experience in a research lab or office setting.
• Master’s degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related working in a research or laboratory setting.
• Mechanical engineering research experience in a biological research laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for data analysis and scientific computing.
• Familiarity with routine laboratory procedures, safety, regulations and equipment.
• Ability to accurately follow protocols.
• Ability to collaborate and work in teams.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in interdisciplinary research or working with biological systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily laboratory operations, including staff support, quality control, maintenance of laboratory, computing, and research equipment, administration of lab software and behavioral acquisition systems, and management of supplies and resources.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory standards, safety protocols, and best practices to maintain an effective and safe research environment.
• Coordinates and supports research activities, including preparing, scheduling, and setting up research sessions, developing protocols, collaborating with researchers, and coordinating with IT support.
• Assists with research experiments, data collection, recordkeeping, analysis, and documentation of research findings.
• Supports laboratory organization and long-term operational planning efforts.
• Trains students and teaching assistants on laboratory protocols, procedures, and equipment use.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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
• Free exercise programs and release time
• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level