Undergraduate Research Assistant Work-Study

The University of Texas at Austin

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AUSTIN, TX Until 10/7/2026 First posted August 8, 2026 Last posted August 8, 2026
Job description

Job Posting Title:

Undergraduate Research Assistant Work-Study

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Hiring Department:

Molecular Biosciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

12

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 06, 2027

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

Purpose

To hire an Undergraduate Research Assistant who is responsible and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

  • Includes running errands on campus

  • Cleaning dishware

  • Pots for plant growth and work areas

  • Ordering supplies

  • Maintaining lab equipment

  • Autoclaving soil and glassware and other general lab duties

Required Qualifications

This position does not require previous experience in a lab. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Hourly Range

$10.50 - $11.50 per hour

Working Conditions

  • Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).

  • May work around chemical fumes.

  • May work around standard office conditions.

  • May work around biohazards.

  • May work around chemicals.

Required Materials

  • Resume/CV

  • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

  • Letter of interest

  • Work Study Award

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Employment Eligibility:

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

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

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

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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:

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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.

About this role

Summary

Assist in lab duties, maintain equipment, and support research projects.

Job title

Undergraduate Research Assistant Work-Study

Experience level

none

Industry

education

Location requirements

Austin, TX; on-site work; no remote allowed

Salary

$11k–$12k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

resumereferencesletter of interestwork study award

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

biologylab workresearchmolecular biosciences
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Austin, TX, USA

On-site City