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Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant, Department of Biomedical Engineering

1 month ago

Austin, Texas, United States University of Texas at Austin Full time

Job Posting Title:

Research Engineering/ Scientist Assistant, Department of Biomedical Engineering

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Hiring Department:

Biomedical Engineering

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

May 01, 2024

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2025

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation's most accomplished leaders and pioneered world changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin - named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report - the Cockrell School embodies the city's innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers.

Purpose

The Research Specialist will contribute to imaging projects (MRI and ultrasound) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the UT Austin Main Campus, Dell Seton Medical Center and Dell Children's Medical Center. The candidate will work closely with a team of engineers lead by Adam Bush, PhD and clinical collaborators spanning pediatrics, cardiology, nephrology and hematology. The Research Specialist will aid in the development, performance, and evaluation of ongoing imaging studies.

Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with research staff to assure that research activities are performed in accordance with federal, state, and institutional review board regulations.
  • Maintain and assist with the preparation of IRB protocols and regulatory documents.
  • Aid with research subject recruitment and consent.
  • Compile medical record information into an anonymized database.
  • Assist in the collection of physiologic, ultrasound and MRI data in children and adults with chronic illnesses.
  • Prepare and perform analysis on blood and urine samples in a wet laboratory setting.
  • Perform mechanical testing on animal and human tissues.
  • Order and organize laboratory supplies and equipment.
  • Write basic software (MATLAB, Python) to analyze and report medical imaging data.
  • Attend and contribute to weekly research team meetings.
  • Write up and present findings at international scientific conferences.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Biology, Neuroscience or related fields. Research interest in physiology and translational medical imaging in humans.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to be organized, work independently and maintain maturity and professionalism at all times when working with vulnerable patient populations.
  • Experience with Matlab and/or Python. Prior wet lab experience.
  • Must be able to pass a mandatory drug test required to work with children

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Salary Range

$45,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions
  • Typical lab environment
  • May come into contact with hazardous materials
Required Materials
  • Resume/CV
  • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
  • Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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