Research Engineering/Scientist Associate II (Lab Manager)

General Notes

This is a fixed term appointment. Initial appointment is for three years with the possibility to continue based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.

Applicants must submit their application through The University of Texas at Austin's official website using job numberR_00038037.

Purpose

This position will provide management and technical support for a cutting-edge neuroscience laboratory, including assisting with anesthesia and surgical procedures critical for the care and use of experimental animals.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities of this positioninclude:

• Provide guidance and training to laboratory members related to laboratory operations. Establish and maintain databases of information related to laboratory supplies, materials, procedures, regulations, and operations.
• Routine health checks involving non-human primates for signs of disease or illness. Assist in training non-human primates.
• Anesthesia and surgical support for researchers, cleaning and maintaining clinical supplies, sterilization of instruments and surgical pack preparation. Maintenance of medical records, administration of treatments and medication.
• Maintenance of controlled-substance logs, regulatory documentation and other records for the group. Order and maintain laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Preparation of diagnostic samples, assisting in experimental procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., neuroscience, biology, chemistry, bioengineering).
• Minimum of two years of experience working in a wet lab environment, preferably in an academic or research setting.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for working in a laboratory setting, with a commitment to promoting a culture of safety and compliance.
• Experience working with large animals, preferably non-human primates, including handling and anesthesia.
• Strong technical expertise in a wide range of laboratory techniques, such as optical imaging, electrophysiology and/or molecular biology.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., neuroscience, biology, chemistry, bioengineering).

Working Conditions

• Working with hazardous equipment or materials
• May work in all weather conditions
• May work around standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Climbing of stairs
• Use of manual dexterity
• Lifting and moving
• Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines

Required Materials

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

What benefits do I receive with UT? The university offers an impressive benefits package. For more details on benefits, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards.