Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant (Molecular)

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Job Posting Title: Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant (Molecular) Hiring Department: Department of Integrative Biology Position Open To: All Applicants Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Earliest Start Date: May 01, 2026 Position Duration: Expected to Continue Until Apr 30, 2028 Location: BRACKENRIDGE FIELD LAB Job Details: General Notes Position ends one year (12 months) from initial hire date. Possibility of one-year renewals depending on job performance and grant funding. 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 p erform skilled laboratory functions including molecular and chemical analyses and experiments with live insects, plants and microbes needed to support the invasive species research program. Responsibilities: Perform molecular diagnostics, DNA and RNA extractions, sanger seque...