Student Associate, College of Natural Sciences

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a part-time Student Associate for the College of Natural Sciences. The role focuses on welcoming students, staff, and campus partners, managing front desk operations, and delivering exceptional customer service in a collaborative environment.

The position requires a CNS student with a GPA of 2.5 or higher, some office experience, and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and telephone etiquette.

Qualifications

• GPA of 2.5 or higher (CNS students).
• Some experience in administrative or office work.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and proper telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site front desk management, including student appointment check-ins and multi-line phone communication.
• Virtual office hours, projects to support staff, long-term organizational projects, general office maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Office experience

Microsoft Office

Phone etiquette

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Student Associate, College of Natural Sciences

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Hiring Department:

College of Natural Sciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

19

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Jan 01, 2027

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) at the University of Texas at Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University. For more information about the College of Natural Sciences, please visit https://cns.utexas.edu.

Located in W.C. Hogg (WCH), the Natural Sciences Advising Center serves as the departmental advising office for undergraduates in the Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Laboratory Science, and Neuroscience majors. Our team also advises Entry-Level students in a wide range of other majors and supports several academic success programs within CNS.

Purpose

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, organized, hard-working part-time student associate to deliver an outstanding customer service experience for students, faculty, staff, and campus partners. This role is a great fit for someone who wants hands-on professional experience in a collaborative, service-focused environment. To advance our core mission of fostering wellness, belonging, and success for all students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site front desk management, including student appointment check-ins and multi-line phone communication.
• Virtual office hours, projects to support staff, long-term organizational projects, general office maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

This position is open to CNS students with a GPA of 2.5 or Higher

Some experience in administrative or office work, basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, and proper telephone etiquette.

Salary Range

$10.50/hour

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 30lbs.

Work Shift

• 10-19 hours between 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information
• Letter of interest
• Availability for Spring 2027

Employment Eligibility:

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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.

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]

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.