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Research Assistant II

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University of North Texas at Dallas
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Category: Admin-Laboratory and Research
Posting Date: 07/21/2023
Application Deadline: Open until filled

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UNT System 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 www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title	Research Assistant II
Department	HSC-Pharmacology & Neuroscience-302700
Job Location	Fort Worth
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility	TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information	For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information	Commensurate with Experience
Department Summary	The Department of Pharmacology & Neuroscience currently consists of 20 faculty, who advise and train undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other research staff in (1) the neurobiology of aging, neurodegenerative diseases, traumatic brain injury, and stroke; (2) diseases of the eye; and (3) drug discovery, drug development, and behavioral pharmacology. P&N is also the home of the National Institutes of Health T32 program “Training In the Neurobiology of Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease” (T32 AG020494). P&N also maintains cutting-edge facilities for mass spectrometry, advanced confocal microscopy, in vivo preclinical neurocognitive psychomotor and sensorineural testing, as well as a $2M Preclinical Imaging Core facilitating multi-model rodent imaging (fMRI/CT/PET/SPECT).
Position Overview	The Research Assistant will work with other members of the lab to continue studies for NIA funded projects.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university and 1 year experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Knowledge of scientific research techniques, methods and procedures. Ability to work effectively with fellow researchers, staff members, faculty, supervisors and students. Academic writing skills
Preferred Qualifications	Willingness to learn new skills and technologies; flexibility in order to maximize lab scheduling.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule	M-F, 8-5
Driving University Vehicle	No
Security Sensitive	This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement	The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title	Research Assistant II
Physical Requirements	Carrying, Cleaning, Kneeling, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

Job Duties

o	Recruit/consent elderly subjects, schedule subjects’ visit to the lab; coordinate with clinical visits to other departments.

o	Help with lab setup and testing measurements.

o	Take venous blood samples from the study subjects and help with lab clean-up.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S6821P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/74894

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