Job TitleResearch Assistant Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Farm Services Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Performs skilled, administrative, and managerial support in research. Plans and directs certain phases in a research project. Responsibilities: -Assists undergraduate or graduate students, technical or field staff involved in research. -Supports coordination and execution of research projects. -Supports communication and scheduling with faculty, staff, students, and external partners. -Assists with reports, invoices, and cataloging records. -Assist with purchasing of equipment and supplies . -Installs, operates, maintains, and/or repairs research equipment. -Operates tractors and farm equipment. -Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: -Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Experience: -Crop production. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: -Knowledge of laboratory maintenance and equipment. Knowledge of computers and computer software related to the position. Please attach to your completed application: Resume Cover Letter 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. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan