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About the Role

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, and tagging hazardous waste.
• Assisting with laboratory recycling on a bi-monthly schedule.
• Completing other general laboratory support tasks as assigned.
• Responsibilities may change based on laboratory and research needs.

Requirements

• 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.
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
• 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.

Skills

• Microsoft Excel or similar software

Location

• AUSTIN, TX

Work Type

• Non-Exempt from FLSA
• 10 hours per week

Experience Level

• Undergraduate student

Education Level

• Undergraduate degree in a natural sciences discipline

Salary/Compensations

• $12 - $14 per hour

Benefits

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

About the Company

• The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
• The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.