Published Date: 01-12-2023.
Job TitleResearch Assistant
AgencyTexas A&M Agrilife Research
DepartmentEntomology
Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate
Job LocationCollege Station, Texas
Job TypeStaff
Job Description
Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.
Responsibilities:
-Rearing fly and ant colonies Assist with field work related to surveying, trapping and running other field experiments involving ants, as necessary.
-Assist in basic lab management and insect care, as necessary.
-Assist on and conduct research projects in the laboratory.
-Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in Entomology, Zoology, Biology, or equivalent degree.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-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 multi task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Ability to raise flies and/or ants in the lab
Please attach to your completed application:
Resume/CV
List of References (3) with email and daytime phone number(s)
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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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