Technician 1
About the job
- A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques, including molecular cloning, DNA purification, RNA purification, DNA sequencing, and gel electrophoresis.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.
- Attention to detail and the ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Conduct experiments and technical procedures, solve research problems, collect data, review literature on potential procedures and experiments, and modify procedures to suit specific research needs.
- Order scientific supplies and equipment, and research and catalog reference materials requiring subject-matter theory.
- Assist with planning and supervising technical operations and assist personnel involved in controlled-environment or analytical experiments.
- Write and/or edit scientific materials for publication requiring academic knowledge.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience working with conventional and quantitative PCR techniques.
- Familiarity with next-generation sequencing workflows, including bioinformatic analysis.
- An understanding of current research in plant pathology and molecular diagnostics.
- Proficiency or familiarity with data analysis using computational platforms such as R or Python.
About the company
Texas A&M AgriLife Research conducts scientific work in agriculture and life sciences across Texas, with its headquarters in College Station and a statewide network of research centers. It produces research findings, practical solutions, and new technologies, sharing them through reports, publications, and hands-on extension work to help farmers, industries, and communities. Its breadth and ties to the Texas A&M University System, plus a history dating back to the Hatch Act, enable coordinated, multidisciplinary work across many crops, climates, and production systems. The goal is to improve Texas agriculture’s productivity, sustainability, and economic resilience by generating knowledge and turning it into usable tools and practices for farmers and related industries.
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Headquarters
College Station, Texas
Founded
1887
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- On August 19, 2026, EPA registration enabled Silvec's citrus-greening therapy commercialization.
- On September 3, 2026, AgriLife won a $2 million USDA APHIS bird-flu grant.
- The January 21, 2026 Canyon center opening strengthens High Plains recruitment and visibility.
What critics are saying
- Florida growers get Silvec's citrus product first in late 2026, limiting Texas monetization.
- AgriLife's bird-flu study starts February 2027; HPAI outbreaks can outrun publication cycles.
- If commercialization stalls, AgriLife stays a cost center and loses industry partners.
What makes Texas A&M AgriLife Research unique
- Since 1887, AgriLife Research pairs 13 Texas centers with College Station and 1,700 employees.
- Its Weslaco, Amarillo-to-Canyon, and regional labs turn field problems into deployable ag solutions.
- The university system backs long-horizon crop, livestock, and wildlife research few employers match.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Wellness Program
- Conference Attendance Budget