Senior Research Associate - Blackmon Lab

Company: Texas A&M University
Location: College Station
Posted on: February 5, 2020

Job Description:

SunIRef:it Senior Research Associate - Blackmon Lab Texas A & M University 1,289 reviews College Station, TX 77840 Job Title Senior Research Associate - Blackmon Lab Agency Texas A & M University Department Biology Proposed Minimum Salary $3,042.67 monthly Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A & M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability. Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values . Who we are The Department of Biology at Texas A & M University is responsible for research and teaching within the vast disciplines of the biological sciences, from molecular cell biology to ecology and evolutionary biology. Our faculty perform cutting-edge research in a wide array of biological sciences in the laboratory and in the field. Our graduate research programs prepare scientists for careers in academia, industry and government and enhance our understanding of the central role of biological systems in the global environment. Our undergraduate students gain a firm foundation in modern biological sciences to prepare them for a multitude of careers that depend on a solid understanding of biology. To learn more, please visit us at What we want The Senior Research Associate will work on the evolution of aneuploidy rates in mammals and other projects in evolutionary biology in the Blackmon Lab. This work involves the preparation of samples for single-cell sequencing and analyzing next-generation sequencing data. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) as stated above. If the description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity. Required Education and Experience: Appropriate bachelor's degree in biology or related field 4 years' relevant professional experience Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience using R, Perl, and Bash in analyses of biological data Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others Preferred Education and Experience: M.S. in Genetics or related field At least two years of experience as a lab technician. Experience in large scale bioinformatic analyses Experience in lab management in multiple systems (mouse, bacteria, drosophila) Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience in lab management in multiple systems (mouse, bacteria, drosophila) Responsibilities: Research Experiments - Preparation of DNA for sequencing Research Analysis, Documentation, Presenting - Analysis of sequencing data Training - Training and undergraduate students Lab maintenance - Lab maintenance and ordering Other - Performs other duties as assigned Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A & M University and TAMHSC, 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 profile to pre-populate 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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity. Texas A & M University - Just posted report job - original job

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