Research Assistant Job at University of North Texas System, Denton, TX

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  • University of North Texas System
  • Denton, TX

Job Description

Title: Research Assistant


Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly


Campus: University of North Texas


Division: UNT-Provost


SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Science


Department: UNT-Biological Sciences-121100


Job Location: Denton


Salary: $15.00 per hour


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.

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Department Summary


The Department of Biological Sciences encompasses the study of all aspects of living systems from the molecular basis of genetic inheritance to the interactions between organisms and the environment.


Position Overview


The Alonso Lab in the UNT BioDiscovery Institute is looking for a Research Assistant to help on a project aiming to improve oil content in a promising industrial oilseed crop, Phys aria fendleri (aka Lesquerella). More specifically, the employee will work within a team of 3-4 members and will be responsible for growing Lesquerella plants, daily hand-pollination and tagging of new flowers, collecting embryos, and perform sterile embryo cultures. Additionally, the candidate will assist with biomass extraction and analysis. This work is part of a project funded by the US Department of Agriculture.


Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's in biology, crop science, biochemistry, or related field


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills


Preferred Qualifications


The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

  • Experience working in a laboratory setting.
  • Prior experience working with plants.

Job Duties:


Job duties as assigned.


Work Schedule:


Monday through Friday with infrequent weekends


Driving University Vehicle:


No


Security Sensitive:


This is a Security Sensitive Position.


Special Instructions:

  • Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
  • Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter as part of their application.

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, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation 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. University of North Texas System

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Monday to Friday,

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