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Job Title

Research Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Health And Kinesiology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Who we want

The Research Assistant will support ongoing research projects with The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) that investigate the neural mechanisms underlying human motor control and learning. This position will assist in the design and execution of experiments, data collection, and analysis, primarily working with human subjects.

Responsibilities

Conducting Experiments:

• Assist in the design, plan, coordinate and execution of experiments using standard techniques of routine research related to motor neuroscience

• Set up and conduct experiments related to motor neuroscience

• Ensures high-quality research results through integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance

• Troubleshoot routine lab problems, consulting available scientific literature when necessary

• Learns and implements new lab protocols as needed and assist with method development

Data Collection:

• Accurately collect, process, and keep detailed records of data from experiments

• Assist in training graduate and undergraduate researchers on data collection and processing

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques of routine research

• Creates and maintains project specific inventories for various types of sample data

• Facilitates data entry and management by other lab members performing lab work

Data Analysis:

• Analyze collected data using statistical software and techniques

• Evaluates and summarizes results to include in scientific publications, presentations, and/or manuscripts

Administrative:

• Assist with lab organization, protocol management, and communicates with vendors

• Manage IRB protocol, purchase essential supplies, schedule lab meetings/events

• Respond to emails, answer phone calls, make copies, conduct phone screenings for participant recruitment

• Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies

• Communicates with lab manager and other laboratory staff on a daily basis to ensure successful completion of laboratory research, compliance with protocols, and selection of best troubleshooting approaches

• Produces written laboratory protocols and standard operating procedures as needed and keep them updated to ensure uniformity of lab work

  What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience  

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials

Required Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Kinesiology, Neuroscience, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree

• Prior experience working in a neuroscience or motor control laboratory

• Experience in designing experiments, collecting data, and analyzing results

• Proficiency with statistical software like SPSS or MATLAB

• Skills in troubleshooting experimental designs or technical issues within the lab setting

• Advanced skills in data analysis and modeling software beyond the basics

  Who we are

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is committed to enhancing educational achievement and health outcomes, fostering innovation and development, and influencing policy and practice in the fields of education, health, sport, business and government. Now the fourth largest school at Texas A&M University with nearly 7,000 enrolled students, we are not just a school for teachers. We are a school for leaders not just in education, but also business, sport, health, and government. To learn more, visit us at https://education.tamu.edu/about/

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 (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.