Research Engineer/Scientist Associate I, Smelter Lab, College of Pharmacy

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

34d • $40,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I reports to Assistant Professor in the Division of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Science to maintain and support scientists in a research setting. The applicant will maintain a safe and organized lab environment, operate specialized equipment, prepare chemical solutions, conduct experiments, and may be involved in mouse/rabbit colony maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least one year experience in basic biology/chemistry laboratory
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic math calculations
• Demonstrated ability to follow written protocols and keep accurate records

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology/life sciences and more than one year of experience in a basic science laboratory
• Experience managing a laboratory, maintaining safety and compliance, and carrying out day-to-day tasks necessary to keep a lab functional
• Experience working with (or handling) rodents/animals

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized lab environment conducive for carrying out basic science experiments
• Conduct experiments and carry out protocols to advance the research of the laboratory
• Ensuring that inventory and supplies are maintained, and data is stored safely and securely
• Attend and participate in laboratory meetings
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• insurance
• Teachers Retirement System (TRS) retirement benefits
• paid vacation, sick and holiday time off
• access to employee professional development and wellness services
• the opportunity to qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) federal program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees