Laboratory Research Assistant III - Cactus Moth Ecology

Responsibilities

• Conduct data entry with quality checkpoints, data management, perform initial analyses of data and prepare reports
• Assist with administrative tasks, workflow planning, materials and equipment supplies preparation and purchases, general lab and vehicle maintenance and cleaning. Participate in lab meetings.
• Help to improve the lab processes, efficiency and safety. Perform quality and safety inspections to meet EHS requirements. Help update lab manuals and protocols.
• Required Qualifications
• High school graduation or GED.
• Work experience in field and lab research.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Requirements

• BS degree in ecology.
• Experience in field-based natural science studies
• Experience with maintaining live insect cultures.
• Greenhouse experience with growing and maintaining plants.
• Field safety awareness and commitment to safety.
• Experience with data management and biostatistics.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as a member of a dynamic research team.
• Excellent communication skills: listening, written and verbal.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented mindset.
• Effective problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment.
• Driving Required
• Salary Range
• $38,250 + depending on qualifications and experience
• Working Conditions
• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Ability to work outside in the summer
• Exposure to insect bites/stings
• Ability to drive up to 8 hours in a day.
• May require working with hazardous equipment or materials
• May work around chemical fumes
• Lifting and moving
• Work Shift
• Outdoor work at remote field sites required including some overnight stays up to four (4) nights per week.
• Depending on study needs set by the

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Posting Title: Laboratory Research Assistant III - Cactus Moth Ecology ---- Hiring Department: Department of Integrative Biology ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Jun 15, 2026 ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Jun 30, 2027 ---- Location: BRACKENRIDGE FIELD LAB ---- Job Details: General Notes The assignment term is 12-months from the date of hire. Renewals for additional one-year periods may be possible, contingent upon job performance, progress towards research goals, and funding. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. This position is security sensitive; criminal background checks conducted on selected candidate. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background checks. Purpose The Invasive Ecology Lab at UT Austin's Brackenridge Field Laboratory is looking to recruit a motivated and resourceful technician to assist with research and management of invasive cactus moths using parasitoid wasps for biological control.

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