Research Assistant - Guinjoan Lab

About the role

Our Commitment: Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents and 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, planning, and coordination of experiments in support of various research projects.
• Selects and applies standard techniques of routine research and keeps detailed record of data.
• Assists in the installation and operation of research equipment; may repair research equipment.
• Uses computers and laboratory or technical equipment to perform data analysis, statistical analysis and technical evaluation of research experiments and results.
• Evaluates and summarizes experiment results.
• Assists in preparing and writing proposals to funding agencies; maintains financial accounts related to research projects.
• Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records.
• Assists undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or field staff involved in research.
• Maintains records, data files, and regulatory documents for research study.
• Attends meetings and phone conferences regarding the study with researchers, clinicians, and sponsors.
• Generates data reports to determine feasibility for upcoming studies.
• Maintains and organizes inventory of study supplies and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, mental health, or related field.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office.
  • Experience with Excel spreadsheets and database data entry.
  • At least one year of relevant experience in a research or clinical setting.
  • Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
  • Familiarity with database management (e.g., RedCap) and electronic medical records (e.g., EPIC).
  • Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums.
• Flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance.
• 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.
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time.
• Professional Development: Free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee.
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees.

Schedule: May have to work on the weekend and/or after normal hours.

Travel: May travel as required.

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