Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Farm Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project.
Responsibilities:
-Assists undergraduate or graduate students, technical or field staff involved in research.

-Supports coordination and execution of research projects.

-Supports communication and scheduling with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

-Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.

-Assist with purchasing of equipment and supplies .

-Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment.

-Operates tractors and farm equipment.

-Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Experience:

-Crop production.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.

Please attach to your completed application:

Resume

Cover Letter

List of references 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.