Research Specialist I

Job TitleResearch Specialist I Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management Proposed Minimum Salary$3,583.33 monthly Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Job Description Summary The Research Specialist I, under general supervision, supports the development and implementation of the Precision Nutrition research program/initiatives. This position reports to the Associate Director of Precision Nutrition and supports the mission of the IHA. Essential Duties/Tasks Assists in the development of programmatic activities and projects; tracks relevant project activities. Conducts literature-based research and prepares research summaries and analysis; identifies and gathers research materials. Participates in writing research reports, papers and grants; synthesizes and edits research findings and technical data. Provides administrative support for the Associate Director, including calendar management, organizing meetings, developing itineraries and agendas, and record-keeping. Communicates with and facilitates the flow of information among faculty, stakeholders and staff. Coordinates/oversees publication of materials; edits reports, facilitates response to review, and participates in dissemination activities, including identification and engaging of internal and external stakeholders, preparation dissemination materials, and participation in dissemination meetings. Organizes conference/symposium/forum content such as agendas, speakers, posters, materials and presentations. Coordinates with IHAs event coordinator on event logistics. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Public Health or a related field. Four years of related experience. Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Nutrition, Public Health or a related field. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. Detail-oriented; ability to organize tasks and prioritize work with minimal supervision. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Dedicated, proactive and self-motivated. Ability to work with scientific collaborators and funding agencies on proposals and projects. Demonstrated ability to analyze data and write reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals. Other Requirements: Ability to lift moderately heavy objects. Ability to exert heavy force. Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies 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, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you. 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 Texas A&M AgriLife collaborates with Prairie View A&M University, Tarleton State University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas A&M University-Kingsville and West Texas A&M University as well as with other public and private partners. Prospective employee benefits Retirement programs Commitment to inclusive excellence Strategic plan