Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III

utaustin; Utah; On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III to support neuroscience research on the UT Main Campus. The position is 40 hours per week with an exempt status, open to all applicants, starting as early as Oct 26, 2026, with an initial one-year assignment and potential renewal based on performance and funding.

Responsibilities include conducting behavioral neurophysiology experiments, applying data analysis methods, preparing manuscripts for publication,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering required.
• Prior research experience 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.

Skills

Neurophysiology methods

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Posting Title

Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate III

Hiring Department

Department of Neuroscience

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Oct 26, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Nov 30, 2027

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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