Chemistry Research Assistant - Department of Chemistry - Student Worker Only at University of Nebraska at Omaha

Position Information

Job Title

Chemistry Research Assistant - Department of Chemistry - Student Worker Only

Department

Chemistry

Essential Functions

Assist with research activities in the chemistry/nanotechnology laboratory, including nanoparticle synthesis, sample preparation, data collection, materials characterization, literature review, manuscript writing, preparation of figures and reports, and maintaining laboratory organization and safety protocols. Support undergraduate students and faculty in ongoing research projects related to nanomaterials, biosensors, biomedical applications, and/or computational work, including machine learning, with the goal of contributing to publications and presentations.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, up to 20 hours per week

Additional Duties

Assist with preparation of presentations, manuscripts, inventory management, and general laboratory maintenance. Participate in group meetings and training sessions.

Required Qualifications

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Strong organizational and communication skills

Interest in chemistry, nanotechnology, biomedical research or computational work and/or machine learning.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience handling nanoparticles, preparing chemical solutions, performing laboratory experiments, or working with analytical instrumentation.

Background in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or experience running computational work and/or machine learning. or related fields preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNO is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an E-Verify employer.

Salary

$15/hr

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2026W-00243

Open Date

05/19/2026

Close Date

08/30/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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