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Technical Staff Associate

University of Texas at Dallas
$70,000 DOQ
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work
United States, Texas, Richardson
Mar 12, 2026
Posting Details
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Posting Number S06915P
Position Title Technical Staff Associate
Functional Title Technical Staff Associate
Department Materials Science and Engineering
Salary Range $70,000 DOQ
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 03/11/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Desired Start Date 04/01/2026
Job Summary
Perform highly skilled & technical work involving the maintenance of
specialized equipment relating to scientific or research activities.
Minimum Education and Experience
High school graduation or GED, supplemented by technical training in areas related to the specific research activity, college-level courses in physics, electrical engineering, & related disciplines, or completion of associate degree in electronics; 8 yrs exp in the skilled construction, operation & maintenance of sophisticated electronic equipment, including 3 yrs of exp in scientific research & field operations in the particular branch of technology or science involved; or any equivalent combination of education or exp.
Preferred Education and Experience
Master's in Material Science with 3 years of experience in experimental
research.
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The employee will supervise complex vacuum systems operating from
atmospheric pressure down to Ultra High Vacuum and is expected to
maintain these systems and provide user training as well as support similar
systems for the Materials Science and Engineering core facilities.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
A remote work schedule is not available for this position.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Internal Training

  • BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees

  • PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability

  • TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
  • Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Dental/Vision/AD&D
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Winter Break
  • Fertility Benefits


All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Please include 2 professional references with their contact information on
your application.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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