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    Graduate Research Assistant-Psychological Science and Neuroscience - Brownsville, United States - University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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    Title Information

    Assistantship TitleResearch Assistant

    Job Class Code00095

    FLSAExempt

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications


    • Currently admitted to the Graduate School
    • Be in good academic standing
    • Be registered full-time for the respective semester (nine semester credit hours during the fall
    semester, nine semester credit hours during spring semester, six semester credit hours during the


    summer session(s)), or in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements on the degree plan.

    Position Information

    Posting NumberA0896

    Working TitleGraduate Research Assistant-Psychological Science and Neuroscience

    LocationBrownsville, Texas

    CollegeCollege of Liberal Arts

    DepartmentCollege of Liberal Arts / Psychological Science

    DivisionProvost - Academic Affairs

    FTE.25

    Scope of Job


    • Complete training on the ethical use of animals in research
    • Complete basic laboratory safety training
    • Conduct research/database searchers for articles and resources relevant to the research topic (i.e., neurobiology of social behavior; animal models of cardiovascular and neurological disorders)
    • Learn and be able to use research and statistical software (e.g., excel, SPSS , graphpad, ANYMaze, data capture software) to analyze data and create graphs.
    • Create PowerPoint and/or poster presentations to share research findings with the lab and others.
    • Conduct behavioral experiments using laboratory animals.
    • Learn and be able to perform surgical and other procedures that allow the investigator to manipulate the brain and other organ systems.
    • Learn and be able to extract brains and other tissues from animal models.
    • Perform tissue processing techniques (e.g., immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry), techniques that involve a series of processing steps that allow for identification and visualization of protein in tissue.
    • Learn and be able to capture images of brain sections using a microscope and image capture software.
    • Assist lead investigators with the supervision of undergraduate students in the laboratory.
    • Assist lead investigators with basic administrative tasks.
    • Attend lab meetings and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
    Discipline Specific Required Qualifications


    • This research assistantship is funded by a National Institutes of Health grant, and all personnel funded by this grant will be expected to comply with federal laws, regulations, and policies protecting the rights and safety of individuals working on NIH -funded projects.
    • Must be a full-time UTRGV graduate student, willing to work 10 hours per week in a laboratory during regular working hours (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m./ Monday - Friday) and on the weekends in some cases. Distribution of hours per week is flexible.
    • Able to work with and handle laboratory animals, following institutionally approved protocols.
    Preferred Qualifications


    • Graduate student in the Department of Psychological Science, Department of Biology, or a related program in the College of Liberal Arts, College of Sciences, College of Health Professions, and/or School of Medicine.
    • Prior research experience and/or highly motivated to learn behavioral neuroscience research techniques.
    • Basic knowledge of research methods and statistics.
    • Ability to conduct background research and summarize literature reviews on topics relevant to behavioral neuroscience.
    • Familiarity with research and statistical software and/or highly motivated to learn how to use this type of software.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Demonstrated proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & internet navigation.
    • Ability to work independently and manage many projects concurrently.
    • Ability to conduct primary research under the guidance of the lead investigator
    SalaryCommensurate with experience.

    Number of Vacancies2

    Desired Start Date09/01/2023

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    EEO Statement


    It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status.

    In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment.

    We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

    Open Date05/01/2023

    Special Instructions to Applicants


    All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone.

    You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. A Criminal Background Check must be conducted for all applicants.

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