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TamusResearch Technician II
Salary$18/hr
LocationCollege Station, TX
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentNutrition
Company size10,000+ people
PostedAug 28, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live1d ago
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High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years of relevant laboratory based research experience
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Strong communication skills and collaborative, cooperative, reliable work habits
Handling small animals including feeding, weighing, immune treatments and biosample collection
Experience in independently conducting laboratory analysis including quantitative and computer skills, and abilities to use laboratory equipment for immune function and molecular assays and metabolite analyses
Shared responsibilities for maintaining laboratory inventories and regulatory compliance
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Experience in a biology/biochemistry/immunology/genetics research laboratory either before or after graduation
Experience handling and managing small animals for research, such as genotyping, blood collection, dissections
Experience working in a biochemistry or immunology-focused laboratory in both supervised and independent activities
Experience with analysis using flow cytometry, PCR, and/or HPLC or mass spec instrumentation
Knowledge of computer programs for gene/genomic databases searching and analysis
Ability to use molecular biology methods such as promoter analysis
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
Skills
flow cytometry
PCR
HPLC
mass spec
computer programs for gene/genomic databases
molecular biology methods
Job Title
Research Technician II
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Research
Department
Nutrition
Proposed Minimum Salary
$18.00 hourly
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Research Technician II supports team-based research in nutritional immunology and metabolic processes. The position requires demonstrated abilities in handling small animals including feeding, weighing, immune treatments and biosample collection. The position also requires experience in independently conducting laboratory analysis including quantitative and computer skills, and abilities to use laboratory equipment for immune function and molecular assays and metabolite analyses. The successful applicant will have shared responsibilities for maintaining laboratory inventories and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
25% Handles and administers diets, antigens, and immune response modifiers to small animals, and with additional training and supervision is able to work with young swine.
25% Works as a team member and independently on molecular and immune function assays related to nutrient-regulated processes; conducts precise benchwork and data analysis, uses cell culture- and molecular-based techniques.
20% Assists with Biosafety, Chemical inventory, lab item receipt and inventory, and safety activities necessary to maintain laboratory organization, accreditation, BSL-2 status, and related permits.
10% Assist with writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laboratory methods and reports for regulatory compliance.
10% Upon specific training, assists with supervision and training of other laboratory personnel including students.
10% Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
-High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-Three years of relevant laboratory based research experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
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Experience in a biology/biochemistgry/immunology/genetics research laboratory either before or after graduation.
-Experience handling and managing small animals for research, such as genotyping, blood collection, dissections.
-Experience working in a biochemistry or immunology-focused laboratory in both supervised and independent activities.
-Experience with analysis using flow cyotmetry, PCR, and/or HPLC or mass spec instrumentation.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
-Strong communication skills and collaborative, cooperative, reliable work habits.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Knowledge of computer programs for gene/genomic databases searching and analysis.
-Ability to use molecular biology methods such as promoter analysis.
Legal
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.