Undergraduate Research Assistant Work Study

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Posting Title

Undergraduate Research Assistant Work Study

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Hiring Department

Molecular Biosciences

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

10

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Jul 05, 2027

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

Purpose

The Dr. Lambowitz Laboratory in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and dependable undergraduate student to serve as a Laboratory Assistant.

Responsibilities

Preparing laboratory solutions and nutrient media, including buffers, antibiotic stocks, LB media, and plates.

Washing, sterilizing, and organizing laboratory glassware and equipment, including autoclaving.

Performing general laboratory maintenance, including

​Maintaining the eyewash station

Conducting radioactive surveys

Restocking laboratory supplies

Replacing biohazard waste containers

Cleaning water baths

Tagging hazardous waste.

Assisting with laboratory recycling on a bi-monthly schedule.

Completing other general laboratory support tasks as assigned.

​Note: Responsibilities may change based on laboratory and research needs.

Required Qualifications

Major in a natural sciences discipline.

Previous laboratory experience.

Current undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin.

Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Highly organized with the ability to plan ahead and manage multiple tasks.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.

Flexible schedule.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar software.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Work-Study authorization.

Freshman, sophomore, or junior standing is preferred.

Hourly Rate

$12 - $14

Working Conditions

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).

May work around chemical fumes.

May work around standard office conditions.

May work around biohazards.

May work around chemicals.

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]

Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.