CNLD Student Associate – Work Study

Job Posting Title:

CNLD Student Associate – Work Study

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Hiring Department:

Department of Physics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

15

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in the advancing of knowledge, nurturing the next generation of physicists and making a lasting impact on the world of physics.

This position is open to work study students only

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to assist faculty and students in the Center for Nonlinear Dynamics. The position will involve ordering equipment and supplies to support research programs, and office supplies used by group members. In addition this position will assist in the public presentation of the Center, starting with visual displays in common work areas, and as time permits assisting with the website.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchasing for the CNLD research programs and purchasing of office supplies for the group.

• Preparation, submission, and monitoring of administrative forms, particularly for travel.

• Updating and maintaining displays in  CNLD common spaces

• Assist in creating visual and multimedia content to enhance online communication efforts and website.

Qualifications:

• Current junior or senior majoring in science, engineering, or a related field

• Creative, detail-oriented, and organized, with an ability to work independently and meet deadlines

• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, with the ability to explain scientific topics to a broad audience

• Preferred: Familiarity with building and maintaining websites.

Work Schedule & Compensation:

• Part-time student work study position (10–15 hours per week, flexible scheduling)

• Compensation in accordance with university work study guidelines

Hourly Rate: $18.00

Working Conditions

• ·Standard in-person office conditions. 

• ·Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. 

• ·Use of manual dexterity. 

Physical Tasks

• Some lifting and moving of equipment may be required.

• May work in standard office conditions.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• Statement of research interests

• 3 Reference

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required 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 Jobs. Before you apply though, 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. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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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 Austi