Job Details
Title: Research Assistant - Non-Student Hourly
Employee Classification:
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
SubDivision-Department: HSC-School of Biomed Science
Department: HSC-Physiology and Anatomy-302600
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate with experience
FTE:
Retirement Eligibility:
About Us - Values Overview:
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department Summary
The Department of Physiology and Anatomy is home to researchers with a wide variety of interests and approaches. The Department is truly integrative as all faculty are engaged in interdisciplinary studies that span molecular, cellular, systems and behavioral sciences, with strong traditions of excellence in the study of cardiovascular, renal and neural-humoral control systems. The research activities of many of our faculty and graduate students involve studies of normal physiology, such as exercise and travel to altitude, as well as pathophysiological states, such as heart failure, hypertension, cardiopulmonary bypass surgery, diabetes, obesity, and sleep apnea.
Position Overview
The Department of Physiology and Anatomy at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Laboratory Assistant to join our team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
None
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
* Ability to perform essential job functions listed above.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
* BA or equivalent.
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties:
* Check inventory, arrange supplies, and place orders.
* Organize and clean the laboratory, glassware, and equipment.
* Maintain laboratory safety and compliance, including chemical inventory list and animal records.
* Prepare physiological buffers and solutions following printed directions and using balance, pH meter, and osmometer.
* Analyze data and organize files.
* Opportunities exist to perform experiments.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (not to exceed 40 hours weekly)
Driving University Vehicle:
No
Security Sensitive:
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:
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.