Job Details

TTU Research Aide

Position Number: 7057292
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

TTU Research Aide
Lubbock
44349BR
Biological Sciences

Position Description
Performs specialized work in conducting and supporting original research in bird and butterfly evolution and behavior. Work is performed under general supervision with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
Our department is not just for researchers. We play a critical role in the education of life science and health majors, and the department offers four different B.S. degrees (in Biology, Ecology and Environmental Biology, Microbiology, and Cell and Molecular Biology) to over 1600 undergraduate student majors. We are committed to providing our students with hands-on research opportunities in our laboratory and field-based research efforts. Our dedicated advising staff are eager to help you plan your degree and coursework, so don't hesitate to reach out to them if you are interested in learning more about our degree options.

We are also home to a productive graduate program that includes more than 140 students across our four degrees. We offer M.S. degrees in Biology or Microbiology, with thesis and non-thesis options available, a Ph.D. in Biology, and a professional sciences master's program in Environmental sustainability and Natural resources management jointly with the Department of NRM. If you are interested in these programs, reach out to faculty members with like interests, the graduate committee, or even current students in our graduate programs - they would all be happy to tell you more!
We are also home to a productive graduate program that includes more than 140 students across our four degrees. We offer M.S. degrees in Biology or Microbiology, with thesis and non-thesis options available, a Ph.D. in Biology, and a professional sciences master's program in Environmental sustainability and Natural resources management jointly with the Department of NRM. If you are interested in these programs, reach out to faculty members with like interests, the graduate committee, or even current students in our graduate programs - they would all be happy to tell you more!

Major/Essential Functions

Purchasing and budget tracking for research activities.
Maintenance of compliance records for activities in research.
Lab maintenance and organization.
Perform data organization and analysis as instructed by lab principal investigator.
Crosstrain graduate and undergraduate lab assistants on safe lab practices.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a specialized field and one year research experience. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

MS in Biology or related field.
Experience in biological research laboratory setting.
Experience and/or certification with safety procedures, personal protective equipment, and inspection protocols.
Computational and analytical skills (with R and/or Python).
Extensive bird mist netting experience.
Experience rearing insects.

Pay Range
$16.39 - $21.30 - $26.25

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.