Agrilife Research

Agrilife Research

Senior Research Associate

College Station, TX · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$12k-$15kDetected 13 days ago
Computer VisionStatisticsProject ManagementHRISPCRMolecular BiologySASResearchLab Research

About the role

  • With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
  • Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.
  • Please attach to your completed application: -Resume/CV -List of References with email and daytime phone numbers Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

Responsibilities

  • Performs dry laboratory operations such as seed processing, ginning, planting prep, packing, etc.
  • Performs wet lab activities such as seed treatments, delinting, DNA extraction, etc.
  • Performs greenhouse management.
  • Performs field/greenhouse/lab data collection and analyses.
  • Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.

Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work normal workday in laboratory, greenhouse, and field environments with varying temperatures and humidity.
  • Bachelor's degree in Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Genetics, Biology, Horticulture, or related field.
  • Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Statistical analysis software proficiency (R, SAS, or equivalent)
  • Laboratory experience with cotton or other fiber crop.

Nice to have

  • Laboratory safety certification.
  • Minimum of 1 year in BSL level 1 experience.
  • Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
  • Preferred Experience:

Skills

  • Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis)
  • Experience with database management systems.

Compensation

  • 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
  • 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
  • Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife
  • Required Education and Experience:
  • Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

Company info

  • Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

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