Research Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research

ehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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• * Responsibilities:**-Coordinate with research colleagues in the Department of Entomology on a project conducted by a team of researchers evaluating alternative radiation sources for the implementation of Sterile Insect Technique to control screwworm flies.

-Coordinate activities with Dr. Suresh Pillai at the National Center for Electron Beam Research at Texas A&M University and other colleagues at Texas A&M University and the USDA.

-Coordinate with forensic science colleagues across on a separate project to organize meetings and assist in information seeking activities.

-Rearing fly colonies-Conduct biological assays associated with eBeam, X-ray, and gamma radiation treated blow flies.

-Assist in basic lab management and insect care, as necessary.

-Other duties as required.
• * Required

Education and Experience:
• *-Bachelor’s Entomology, Zoology, Biology, or equivalent degree-Two years of related professional experience.
• * Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**-Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment-Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.

-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• * Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• *-Familiarity with forensic science-Ability to raise flies in the lab-Experience with life history trait analyses-Experience with experimental design and statistical analysis with biological systems-Ability to work with scientific teams

When you choose to
• ** work
• ** for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international addition, Texas A&M Agri Life offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
• with Texas A&M Agri Life 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
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M Agri Life
• * Applicant Instructions
• * Applications received by Texas A&M Agri Life 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 Linked In profile to prepopulate the online application.
• * Please attach to your completed application:**-Resume/CV-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.

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Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.
The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.
From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!
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