Psychologist research assistant Jobs in Houston, TX

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& livedexperiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens ourwhich are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation,encompasses five colleges andnumerouscenters and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovativeresearchand team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Research Assistant provides skilled, administrative, and technical support in research. Assists with phases in a research project. Assists in preparing proposals for funding agencies, operations of research equipment, and other lab / field personnel in research. Collaborates with other research personnel.

What you need to know

Salary : Will becommensuratebased on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Location :  Houston, TX

Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume / CV toassistus with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV / Resume.

Required education and experience

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred qualifications

2 years of laboratory experience.

Knowledge of cell culture, cell based assays, transfection, protein purification techniques, mammalian protein expression, SDSPAGE, Western blots, microscopy.

Responsibilities

Research

Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.

Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.

Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment. May repair research equipment.

Uses and computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.

Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.

Research Publications

Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.

Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.

Mentorship

Assists undergraduate and / or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.

Lab Meeting / Projects

Participate in lab meetings within the center and other departments.

Participate in joint projects involving the laboratory team.

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-artrecreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.Experience all that a big city has to offer but witha reasonablecost-of-living and no long commutes.

,with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

of annual paid holidays

Up toand at leasteach month

Automatic enrollment in the

Health and Wellness :

Professional Development : All employees have access to freetraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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