Research Assistant

Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Health Behavior

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

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 & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

Who We Are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and 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/personnel in research. Collaborate with other research personnel. This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need. As such, TAMU does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role

What You Need To Know

Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Location/Schedule: College Station, TX/ Temp/Casual

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

We encourage you to apply! To help us learn more about your experience and interest in the role, please submit a cover letter and CV/resume. You can upload both documents in the CV/Resume section of the application.

Responsibilities

Research

• Assist with data management, curation, and organization for ongoing research projects.
• Conduct data cleaning, coding, and quality assurance for secondary datasets.
• Assist with quantitative data analyses under the supervision of the PI.
• Provides general support in organizing, scheduling, and coordinating program activities across multiple projects.
• Assists with routine data entry, documentation, and maintaining accurate records.
• Uses computers and software tools to track information, prepare materials, and support program operations.
• Helps compile and summarize information for reports, meetings, and program updates.
  
  

Research Publications

• Prepare reports, tables, figures, and summaries of research findings.
• Assist with manuscript preparation, literature reviews, reference management, and formatting for publication.
• Support dissemination activities, including conference abstracts, presentations, posters, and other research products.
  
  

Plans and implements strategies to attract and retain Center customers

• Assists the Center director in developing and implementing strategies to identify potential customers
• Conducts market analyses and environmental scanning to identify threats and opportunities for current and future business opportunities
• Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of data, services, and products created by the TT&IC
  
  

Required Education And Experience

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a collaborative research environment.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Data analysis skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot.
  
  

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

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.