Research Scientist - College of Sciences, Chemistry
Research Scientist - College of Sciences, Chemistry
Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 12512
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more https://www.utsa.edu/, on https://www.utsa.edu/today/ or on https://twitter.com/utsa, https://www.instagram.com/utsa/, https://www.facebook.com/utsa, https://www.youtube.com/user/utsaor https://www.linkedin.com/school/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_university_admin%3BFcmdPCevQ7ebJE1xpIJlRw%3D%3D.
In 2024, the https://www.utsa.edu/today/2024/08/story/utsa-and-ut-health-san-antonio-merger-announced.html authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 10/15/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range: Up to $77,500 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.
Required Application Materials:
• Resume is required.
• Cover Letter is preferred.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
Function: To provide advanced skills in the design and execution of scientific research projects and to publish and publicize the results.
Scope:Responsible for coordinating research projects supported by internal and external funding, including evaluation, long-term planning, design, implementation, performance, analysis, and interpretation of results.
This is a grant funded position and is contingent upon availability of funds
Core Responsibilities
• Laboratory leadership and supervision in Schanze Research Lab.
• Organizing and managing instrumentation in the laser laboratory with class 4 ultrafast lasers.
• Use and management of time-resolved confocal microscopy system.
• Lead and point of contact for lab safety and EHS for laser lab facility.
• Researching and purchase of laboratory instrumentation and maintenance.
• Creating and conducting experiments using ultrafast time-resolved spectroscopy and time-resolved microscopy.
• Processing and analyzing results and data.
• Teaching, demonstrating to, or supervising students and training and supervising other members of staff.
• Communicating results to the scientific community via published papers.
• Collaborating with industry/academia to apply the results of research and develop new techniques, products, or practices.
• Attend and present ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
• Peer reviews of written publications and presentations.
• Professional development activities as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in an area of expertise from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of independent research experience applicable to the specific program or project.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Ph.D. in an area of expertise from an accredited institution.
• Similar experience in academic research.
Additional Information
• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Working Conditions
Working Environment:
• Usual office conditions and laboratory conditions.
• Requires use of class 4 lasers.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events.
• Occasional after-hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.
Physical Demands:
• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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