Laboratory Assistant (work-study)

University of Texas at Austin

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kantarci Lab in the Department of Neuroscience is looking for an undergraduate student interested in helping with daily laboratory operations by maintaining cleanliness, ensuring the availability of essential supplies, and assisting with routine preparation of reagents and equipment. Training will be provided for all listed tasks. A Work-Study award for academic year 2026-27 is required. This position is ideal for someone interested in gaining experience in lab management and learning how a research lab is organized.

Requirements

Must have Work-Study award for the 2026-27 academic year
Enrollment at UT Austin as an undergraduate student for at least 6 hours per semester (excluding summer)
Ability to work independently and solve problems
Project a professional demeanor
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

Responsibilities

Wash, dry, and properly store laboratory glassware
Maintain cleanliness and organization of shared lab spaces
Prepare and autoclave distilled deionized water (ddH₂O) and phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) for tissue culture and staining applications
Prepare 70% ethanol solutions and refill spray bottles as needed
Fill, autoclave, and dry pipette tips, tubes, and Pasteur pipettes
Ensure sterilized materials are stocked and readily available
Check and empty vacuum traps routinely
Monitor and refill incubator water levels with distilled water
Clean and refill laboratory water baths
Perform regular eyewash station checks to ensure compliance
Handle laboratory waste disposal in accordance with safety protocols
Remove ice buildup from -20°C and -80°C freezers
Assist with general lab upkeep and organization
Monitor laboratory supplies and notify appropriate personnel when restocking is needed
Assist with maintaining organized inventory systems
Perform cell culture-related washing tasks (Coverslip washing)
Support sustainability initiatives (Green Labs practices)
Carry out other routine lab support tasks as assigned