Research Assistant – Guinjoan Lab

About the role

The Guinjoan Lab at Texas A&M University Health Science Center is seeking a Research Assistant to provide skilled administrative and technical support across multiple research projects in psychiatry and behavioral science.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in designing, planning, and coordinating experiments for various research studies.
• Apply standard laboratory techniques, record detailed data, and perform statistical analysis.
• Install, operate, and troubleshoot research equipment; maintain inventory of supplies.
• Prepare proposals, reports, invoices, and manage financial accounts related to funded projects.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and support other lab personnel.
• Maintain regulatory documents, data files, and generate feasibility reports.
• Attend meetings and conferences with researchers, clinicians, and sponsors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Psychology, mental health, or related) or equivalent experience.
• At least one year of relevant research or laboratory experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with Excel spreadsheets and database entry.

Required skills

• MS Office
• Excel
• Database data entry
• Research equipment operation and basic repair
• Statistical and data analysis