Work Study Laboratory Student Assistant

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Work Study Laboratory Student Assistant on the UT MAIN CAMPUS. The role supports lab staff with daily operations and safety, not a research position, for 10 hours weekly at $15/hour.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment and waste disposal, keeping records, and restocking consumables. Eligibility via UT Austin student employment; background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to use office machines and basic computer tasks.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Excellent time-management and ability to work independently.
• Able to follow detailed instructions.
• Six months experience supporting a research laboratory (preferred).

Responsibilities

• 80C freezer preventative maintenance.
• Flushing eye wash stations.
• Washing and autoclaving dishes.
• Monitoring and replacing desiccant.
• Submitting biological and chemical waste, sharps, and broken glass for proper disposal.
• Maintaining written and electronic records.
• Maintaining inventory lists.
• Restocking consumables.

Skills

Time management

Independent work

Follow instructions

Office equipment

Ability to use office machines

Education

Six months lab support experience (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Posting Title: Work Study Laboratory Student Assistant ---- Hiring Department: Waggoner Center for Alcohol and Addiction Research ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 10 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Oct 01, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027 ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details: We seek a work-study student to assist research staff with laboratory operations. This position provides hands‑on support to ensure lab safety, maintain organization, and follow administrative protocols. This is not a research position.

Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Include but are Not Limited to:

• 80C freezer preventative maintenance
• Flushing eye wash stations
• Washing and autoclaving dishes
• Monitoring and replacing desiccant
• Submitting biological and chemical waste, sharps, and broken glass for proper disposal
• Maintaining written and electronic records
• Maintaining inventory lists
• Restocking consumables

Required Qualifications

• Ability to use office machines (computer, printer etc.)
• Familiarity with MS Office
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Work independently
• Follow detailed instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months experience supporting a research laboratory

Salary Range $15.00 per hour

Employment Eligibility: Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

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.

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