Laboratory Assistant - University of North Texas System
Fort Worth, TX
About the Job
Title: Laboratory Assistant
Employee Classification: Laboratory Assistant
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
SubDivision-Department: HSC-School of Biomed Science
Department: HSC-Pharmacology & Neuroscience-302700
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience $31K - 35K
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility:
About Us - Values Overview:
Department Summary
Pharmacology and Neuroscience Department plays a crucial role in advancing our understanding of drug actions and the nervous system. It integrates basic science with clinical applications, aiming to improve human health through innovative research and education.
Position Overview
Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments. Make observations and calculate and record results. Conduct research and assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples. Clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas. May analyze organic or non-organic substances.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
* Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions
* Skill in recording and maintaining reports and details logs
* Knowledge of cleaning and sterilization best practices
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related laboratory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required License/Registration/Certifications
- None
Job Duties:
- Set up, adjust, calibrate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments
- Make observations and calculate and record results
- Assist in the conduct of research and do supervised research, including the collection of information and samples
- Order, clean, maintain and prepare supplies and work areas
- Analyze organic or non-organic substances under supervision
Work Schedule:
8-5 - Monday/Friday
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
- None
Benefits:
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.