Research Technician presso Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Job Title

Research Technician

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Microbial Pathogenesis And Immunology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment   

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.   

What we want 

The Research Technician under general supervision will support daily operations of the lab by maintaining the laboratory space, autoclaving items, assisting with experiments, managing student workers, and ordering supplies. The Research Technician will be responsible for the timely supply of media and the cleaning of scientific instruments.

What you need to know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.  

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (to include at least one previous supervisor) are strongly recommended. You may upload all three on the application under CV/Resume or upon answering the questionnaire you may attach the documents.  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years laboratory, research, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in BSL-2 lab settings and previous experience in a technical role in a life science or physical science setting.

• Bachelor’s degree Chemistry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and in written form.

• Ability to carefully follow written and verbal instructions.

• Machines and Equipment including autoclave, trash compactor, biological safety cabinets, centrifuges, media clave / media jet, Bunsen burner.

• Standard microbiology and molecular biology tools.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to comfortably lift, carry, push, and pull a maximum of 30lbs over short distances.

• Must be able to sit and stand comfortably over prolonged periods of time.

Responsibilities

Research Technical Support

• Preparation of liquid media, agar plates, and stock solutions.

• Safe and aseptic handling of bacteria and tissue culture.

• Proper maintenance of experimental notes and notebook. 

• Properly clean and disinfect laboratory instruments and reusable devices in a timely manner.

• Monitoring of laboratory animals.

• Proper use of autoclaves and other equipment.

• Maintain laboratory, biosafety manual.

• Handle and process laboratory waste safely and in observance with all EHS guidelines.

• Handle EHS, Biosafety inspections.

• Assembles, sets-up, and maintains laboratory equipment.

Research Procedure Support

• Assist in the conduct of lab experiments as needed.

• Data collection and archiving.

• Assist undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  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.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• 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 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: 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  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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