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Core Research Operations (CRO) is seeking motivated, punctual, and reliable doctoral (PhD) students to assist permanent staff with stewardship of complex research instrumentation and management of our shared laboratory spaces. 

This position begins summer 2026 with the potential to continue into the Fall 2026 semester and beyond depending upon performance. The 20hour/week requirement for this position is tailored to your course/research schedule but all shifts must be a minimum of 3 hours on at least 3 different days per week between 8AM and 5PM M-F. There is no provision for any paid leave for this position-if you are absent for any reason (conference, illness, etc.) you must make up the time. This position reports to Dr. Casey Smith, CRO manager. 

Preference will be given to candidates with experience using CRO equipment included but not limited to the following categories: 

Electron Microscopy (SEM, TEM) 

Surface Analysis(AFM, optical and stylus profilometry) 

Spectroscopy (XRD, XPS, Raman, PL) 

Elemental Analysis (ICP-MS, EDS, XPS) 

Candidates must have the following essential skills/attributes: 

Full time status as a MS seeking student in the preceding Fall25 and Spring26 semesters 

does not hold any other paid position at TxState 

comprehend, follow, and enforce lab safety policy 

actively develop technical equipment understanding by reading/asking questions/practice 

ability to train others to follow detailed instructions for performing technical tasks 

prompt communication 

At least TWO (2) long semesters remaining prior to graduation 

Seeking a degree in a natural science, physical science, or closely related engineering discipline 

Available to start on 6/1/26 and work at least until mid-August 

To apply, please submit a 1-page resume that details your relevant qualifications and a 1-page cover letter describing how you will contribute to the CRO mission over the 3 month position appointment. 

Thank you for your interest in working with CRO and please visit https://sro.txstate.edu/ to learn more about what we do!