Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I - Austin, United States - University of Texas at Austin
Description
Job Posting Title:
Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate I
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Location:
AUSTIN, TX
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This position will end effective one year from start date. Subsequent annual renewal of employment will be based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.
Purpose
This position is to perform experiments and provide support for ongoing research on retinal development and regeneration.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct scientific experiments utilizing genetic and molecular biology techniques.
- Conduct experiments on retinal regeneration.
- Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and computers, help with compliance on safety issues, help with ordering and training undergraduate lab assistants.
Bachelor's degree in Biology or similar scientific degree. Ability to perform molecular biology-based experiments. Ability to communicate well and take initiative. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of experience working in a non-class-based laboratory. Previous cell or molecular biology experience highly desirable.
Salary Range
$40,000 + depending on qualifications
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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