Research Assistant, UNT Bioanalysis Center

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas in Denton seeks a Research Assistant for the Bioanalysis Center to support research operations, data collection, and HS trial activities. The role includes scheduling, participant processing, and purchasing support in a fast-paced lab environment.

The position offers a 1.0 FTE schedule, Monday–Friday, with potential extension based on funding and performance. Bachelor’s degree required and TRS eligibility emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in field of assignment or equivalent
• Experience with research instruments and data collection is preferred
• Ability to prepare reports, charts or graphs from results
• Ability to work with researchers, staff and students effectively

Responsibilities

• Support Research Operations in UNT Bioanalysis Center
• Recruit participants and process data as needed
• Maintain booking systems and service links
• Prepare and participate in human subjects trials and data collection
• Provide purchasing support for the Center
• Assist with sample analysis and data processing

Skills

Research techniques

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Data reporting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Tools

Purchasing system

Job description

Title: Research Assistant, UNT Bioanalysis Center

Employee Classification: Research Assistant

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Bioanalysis Center-132321

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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 University of North Texas Health 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 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 UNT Bioanalysis Center provides expert support for experimental design and sample analysis to researchers from UNT, other academic institutions, and industry partners. Our services are offered through a flexible fee-for-service model to meet the unique needs of each project.

Position Overview

The Bioanalysis Center Research Assistant supports research operations and purchasing and conducts various Human Subjects support operations and Scheduling. This individual will also support data collection, sample processing, basic analysis, and equipment maintenance. This is a one-year position with the potential to be extended based on funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with major course work in the field of assignment, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of equipment used in related fields of research.
• Considerable knowledge of health, safety, and security precautions in keeping with type of research being done.
• Ability to set up and operate research instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to make accurate assays and to prepare reports, charts, or graphs on results.
• Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students.

Preferred Qualifications

• CITI IRB Human Subjects Training
• CITI IBC Training
• UNT Marketplace or Similar Purchasing System
• Microsoft Office Tools

Job Duties

• Supporting Research Operations in the UNT Bioanalysis Center under the direction of Dr. Brian McFarlin: see cbbd.unt.edu for more info.
• Participant Recruitment and Processing.
• Maintain Bookings (or similar) Services Links.
• Prepare and Participate in HS Trials and Data Collection.
• Purchasing Support for BA Center.
• Sample Analysis Support.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

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, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.