About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The UNT Bioanalysis Center provides expert support for experimental design and sample analysis to researchers from UNT, other academic institutions, and industry partners. Our services are offered through a flexible fee-for-service model to meet the unique needs of each project.

Position Overview

The Bioanalysis Center Research Assistant supports research operations and purchasing and conducts various Human Subjects support operations and Scheduling. This individual will also support data collection, sample processing, basic analysis, and equipment maintenance. This is a one-year position with the potential to be extended based on funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with major course work in the field of assignment, or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of equipment used in related fields of research.
• Considerable knowledge of health, safety, and security precautions in keeping with type of research being done.
• Ability to set up and operate research instrumentation and equipment.
• Ability to make accurate assays and to prepare reports, charts, or graphs on results.
• Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students.

Preferred Qualifications

• CITI IRB Human Subjects Training
• CITI IBC Training
• UNT Marketplace or Similar Purchasing System
• Microsoft Office Tools

Job Duties

• Supporting Research Operations in the UNT Bioanalysis Center under the direction of Dr. Brian McFarlin: see cbbd.unt.edu for more info.
• Participant Recruitment and Processing.
• Maintain Bookings (or similar) Services Links.
• Prepare and Participate in HS Trials and Data Collection.
• Purchasing Support for BA Center.
• Sample Analysis Support.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. 

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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. 

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 permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, 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. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.