Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III

University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin on UT Main Campus invites applications for the Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III position within the Department of Neuroscience. This full-time, exempt role offers a 40-hour work week with an immediate start potential and a one-year initial assignment with potential renewal based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include conducting behavioral neurophysiology experiments, data analysis, manuscript preparation, and supporting grant applications.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Prior research experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform (and/or assist others with) techniques for behavioral neurophysiology experiments.
• Apply signal processing and statistical techniques for analysis of behavioral neurophysiology data.
• Prepare manuscript for publication of results in a high-quality journal.
• Assist with grant applications and preparation of progress reports.

Education

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III

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Hiring Department:

Department of Neuroscience

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Oct 26, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Nov 30, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Initial assignment will be for one year. Subsequent renewal of employment will be based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding.

Responsibilities

• Perform (and/or assist others with) techniques for behavioral neurophysiology experiments
• Apply signal processing and statistical techniques for analysis of behavioral neurophysiology data
• Prepare manuscript for publication of results in a high-quality journal
• Assist with grant applications and preparation of progress reports

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior research experience is strongly preferred.

Salary

$60,000

Working Conditions

• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around biohazards.
• May work around chemicals.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.