Undergrad Lab Research Assistant (Work-Study)

University of Texas

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 19,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Undergraduate Research Assistant for a work-study position in the Molecular Biosciences department. The role focuses on hands-on laboratory support, preparation of media, waste handling, and general maintenance of equipment to support ongoing research projects.

You must be an undergraduate student in the natural sciences, with prior laboratory experience and a reliable, detail-oriented work style.

Qualifications

Major in a natural sciences discipline.
Previous laboratory experience.
Current undergraduate student at UT Austin.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Highly organized with the ability to plan ahead and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a research team.
Flexible schedule.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar software.

Responsibilities

Preparing laboratory solutions and nutrient media, including buffers, antibiotic stocks, LB media, and plates.
Washing, sterilizing, and organizing laboratory glassware and equipment, including autoclaving.
Maintaining the eyewash station and conducting radioactive surveys.
Restocking laboratory supplies and replacing biohazard waste containers.
Cleaning water baths and tagging hazardous waste.
Assisting with laboratory recycling on a bi-monthly schedule.
Completing other general laboratory support tasks as assigned.