University of North Texas
Research Assistant
🇺🇸 Denton, TX
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $18K
💻 Research
🗓️ August 6th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Conduct research on organic and inorganic synthesis of hydrophobic porous and non-porous materials.
- Assist graduate students with research projects and equipment use.
- Track research execution and participate in weekly meetings and sponsored research management.
- Contribute to research proposals, manuscripts, and mandatory reporting.
- Use scientific research techniques and operate specialized instrumentation.
- Maintain health, safety, and security standards related to research activities.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required.
- Preferred skills include effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Salary is $18,000 for a 0.5 full-time equivalent position.
- Position classified as security sensitive; employed by the UNT Chemistry Department.
Research Assistant Full Description
About Us - Values 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 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.
Department SummaryThe Chemistry Department is known as a leader in research at UNT. Our faculty and graduate students successfully compete for research funds from both public and private sources (see below), publish their groundbreaking research in top scientific journals, and are frequently highlighted and interviewed in the media.
Position OverviewThe Department of Chemistry at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Research Assistant to join our team. The candidate will assist in the lab of Dr. Mohammad Omary on research in the fields of Inorganic and Materials Chemistry, conducting research into Flourous metal-organic frameworks (FMOFs) and their applications.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor'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 QualificationsThe preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
- Ability to perform essential job functions
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a collaborative environment
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Job Duties:Work with graduate students on research projects to train them and aid with the use of equipment. Conduct research into the organic and inorganic synthesis of hydrophobic porous and non-porous materials. Work closely with the PI to track the execution of tasks. Participate in weekly project meetings. Participate in the technical and management sides of sponsored research. Contribute to proposals and manuscripts. Participate in tracking of deliverables and mandatory reporting.
Physical Requirements:Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards:No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System 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 an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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