Research Engineer I: Molecular Biology & Genetics

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I in Molecular Biosciences at UT Main Campus. The role will perform molecular biology experiments including C.

elegans genetics, cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, and staining, while maintaining accurate records and communicating progress to the PI. You will help organize the lab, manage inventories, prepare reagents, coordinate equipment maintenance, and assist with purchasing and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, neuroscience, or a related STEM field.
• Demonstrated interest in experimental biological research.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and to maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Willingness to assist with both research and routine laboratory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Molecular biology and experimental research: Perform experiments involving C. elegans genetics, molecular cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, strain maintenance, microscopy, staining assays, RNAi, and related molecular and cellular biology techniques. Maintain accurate experimental records, analyze results, and communicate progress to the PI and other lab members.
• Laboratory organization and operational support: Coordinate routine laboratory tasks, maintain inventories, prepare reagents and media, organize shared spaces, monitor equipment, and help ensure that laboratory procedures and safety requirements are followed.
• Equipment, purchasing, and administrative coordination: Contact vendors and service providers, arrange equipment maintenance and repairs, obtain quotes, track service requests, assist with ordering and receipt documentation, and help maintain laboratory records and shared schedules.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Lab record keeping

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or related STEM field

Tools

PCR

Cloning

Gel electrophoresis

Microscopy

RNAi

Staining

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Research Engineering/Scientist Associate I in Molecular Biosciences at UT Main Campus. The role will perform molecular biology experiments including C.

elegans genetics, cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, and staining, while maintaining accurate records and communicating progress to the PI. You will help organize the lab, manage inventories, prepare reagents, coordinate equipment maintenance, and assist with purchasing and documentation.