Research Engineering Scientist Associate III

University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a Research Engineering Scientist Associate III to oversee the Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies. This role involves managing laboratory operations, developing analytical techniques, and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive laboratory experience and a Master’s degree in a related field.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Five years lab experience or equivalent.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily lab operations and cleanliness.
• Train users on instrument operation.
• Develop new analysis methods and write reports.

Skills

Laboratory instrumentation knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in a scientific or engineering field

Tools

XRD

XRF

ICP

EPMA

SEM

LC-MS

GC-MS

TOC

MALDI

Job description

Research Engineering Scientist Associate III

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06316P

Position Title

Position Title Research Engineering Scientist Associate III

Department

Department Research Infrastructure Office

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Job Family Research

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Open to

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

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Job Summary

The Research Engineering Scientist Associate III will manage the Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies – Center for Environmental, Forensics, and Material Science ( CEFMS ). Perform engineering and scientific duties requiring special qualifications and skills with wide latitude for independent action and decision. Responsible for complex or unusual research assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of one or more parts of a research project. Devises new approaches to problems encountered. Supervises and assists in preparation of specifications. Assumes responsibility for acceptance or rejection of results achieved. Determines additional equipment required for the research project. Performs related duties as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the daily operations of the laboratory, including overall organization and cleanliness, instrument schedules, billing of users, inventories of chemicals, supplies, and parts.
• Trains users in the proper and safe operation of the instruments and provides assistance as needed.
• Creates and maintains SOPs, user manuals, and training materials.
• Maintains instruments, including required routine cleaning and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing failures, and working with vendors as needed to resolve problems.
• Interacts with external users, analyzes submitted samples, develops new analysis methods, writes reports of results.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a scientific or engineering field.
• Five (5) years of laboratory research experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Experience in operating and maintaining instrumentation such as XRD , XRF , ICP , EPMA , SEM , LC-MS, GC-MS, TOC , MALDI .

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a scientific or engineering field.
• Three (3) years of laboratory research experience.
• Experience with Shimadzu instruments.
• Experience managing a shared instrumentation facility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and analysis techniques.
• Ability to maintain alertness and attention to ensure the safety of oneself and others.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are considered acceptable, but occasionally involve working with hazardous equipment or materials.
• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around biohazards.
• May work around chemicals.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • None/less than 3 years
  • 3 to 4 years
  • 5 to 6 years
  • 7 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume or CV

Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents