Research Technician
About The Position
A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. The College of Dentistry is looking for a Research Technician to serve in the department of Biomedical Sciences. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of related lab work experience, to include animal handling.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
- Experience with animal handling/experiments.
Responsibilities
- Assists in conducting experiments and technical procedures.
- Performs laboratory research activities.
- Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.
- Animal care, genotype and surgery procedures.
- Sample collection and preparation.
- Histological/Microscopy: image analysis/photography, histological preparation/cutting of tissues.
- Animal model preparation.
- Makes and records observations and measurements.
- Maintains animal reports and data files.
- Makes and records observations and measurements.
- Assembles and operates technical equipment.
- Sets-up and maintains equipment for the assigned laboratory and updates laboratory computers.
- Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.
- Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.
- Performs laboratory and prep room cleanup daily.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life 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
- Automatically 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
- Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
