Research Assistant Job at University of North Texas System, Fort Worth, TX

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  • University of North Texas System
  • Fort Worth, TX

Job Description

Title: Research Assistant


Employee Classification: Research Assistant


Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center


Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation


SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers


Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700


Job Location: Fort Worth


Salary: $15.00 / hourly


FTE: .48


Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible


About Us - Values Overview:


Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at .


Department Summary


The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease.


Position Overview


The Research Assistant position will learn all the processes in the lab to be able to fill in for positions when needed, to also accommodate the fast evolvement of projects on all robotic equipment as well as manual techniques and will directly assist with required metrics for ITR Clinical Trials Core.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Clinical lab experience preferred
  • Pipetting experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Advanced computer skills using a range of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SPSS, STATA, and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to communicate effectively; perform other administrative/clerical tasks.
  • Aptitude in general laboratory procedures, techniques, and documentation.
  • Willingness to acquire competence in new techniques

Preferred Qualifications

  • Clinical lab experience preferred
  • Pipetting experience

Required License/Registration/Certifications


N/A


Job Duties:

  • ITR Clinical Trials samples, inventory, documentations and collaborations with the core
  • EasyBlood maintenance, samples, inventory, daily events and documentations
  • Biorepository prepare batches, collection of samples, all freezers maintenance, accession incoming samples and monitoring all freezers
  • Blood Collection Kit preparation, maintenance and inventory
  • Team support for backup on machines, inventory, maintenance, general lab upkeep, freezers, training, SOPs and policies

Work Schedule:

  • Monday - Friday; 8 AM - 5 PM
  • On Site

Driving University Vehicle:


No


Security Sensitive:


This is a Security Sensitive Position.


Special Instructions:


N/A


Benefits:


For information regarding our Benefits, click here .


EEO Statement:


The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permitand takes actions to preventdiscrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Immediate start, Monday to Friday,

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