Non-Student Research Assistant
Listed on 2026-10-18
-
Research/Development
Research Scientist
Title:
Non-Student Hourly Research Assistant Employee Classification:
Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code Campus:
University of North Texas Division: UNT-Research & Innovation Sub Division -Department: UNT-Research & Innovation Department: UNT-Materials Research Facility-190401
Job Location:
Denton Salary: $15.00 an hourFTE: 0.48
Retirement Eligibility:
Not Retirement Eligible 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 University of North Texas Health 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 System.edu.
Department SummaryThe Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MTSE) at the University of North Texas located in Denton, TX focuses on the creation, application, and characterization of advanced engineering materials.
Position OverviewPerform literature review, conduct lab and computational studies, and draft papers
Minimum QualificationsMS in material science and related field
Knowledge,Skills and Abilities
Experience in materials synthesis, additive manufacturing, computational work through CALPHAD and computational chemistry
Preferred Qualifications Required License/Registration/CertificationsJob Duties
- Write report, draft manuscript. Present in group meeting and conferences, conduct experimental and computational research
Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule2 hrs per day (around 10 hours per week)
Driving University VehicleNo
Security SensitiveThis is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special InstructionsApplicants 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.
BenefitsFor information regarding our Benefits, .
EEO StatementThe 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, 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.
UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).