Research Associate

Full Timejunior

Edinburg, TXPosted Yesterday

Role Overview

Texas A&M AgriLife Research is hiring a entry-level Research Associate. This is a full-time role in Edinburg. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Job Title

Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Biochemistry & Biophysics

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,992.00 monthly

Job Location

Edinburg, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

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

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences 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, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Responsibilities:

Utilize the skills and complete research projects in the field of fruit flies
Be dedicated to completing research work assignments
Follow up experimental aims and schedules
Maintain laboratory records and keep project timelines
Report data and discuss results with the project lead for future work
Participate in group meetings and team-based discussions
Be able to share knowledge and skills with colleagues
Comply with safety/ethical regulations in USDA facilities
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences
Two years of related professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Insect rearing and breeding.
Fruit fly quality control procedures for egg hatching, pupal growth, stress tolerance, flight ability, etc.
Genetic crossing and phenotype characterization.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment
Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software to create databases, perform statistical analyses, present data and perform other computer related tasks.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

What You Need to Know

Position Funding: This position is grant funded and availability is contingent on grant funding.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
12-15 days of annual paid holidays
Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife 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 LinkedIn profile to prepopulate 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/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Research Associate position at Texas A&M AgriLife Research?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Texas A&M AgriLife Research. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Research Associate position at Texas A&M AgriLife Research located?

This position is based in Edinburg. Texas A&M AgriLife Research has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Research Associate at Texas A&M AgriLife Research earn?

Texas A&M AgriLife Research has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Research Associate role at Texas A&M AgriLife Research posted?

This role was posted on July 21, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the Research Associate role at Texas A&M AgriLife Research entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Texas A&M AgriLife Research has listed.