Master's degree preferred. Knowledge and skills obtained
through vocational training or technical certification in
electrical controls (or equivalent), plus relevant experience in a
teaching lab or technical environment, will also be
considered.
Experience training or supervising students in a lab or
technical environment preferred.
Technical Skills: Minimum qualifications include:
- Familiarity with standard electrical test and measurement
equipment, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, function/wave
generators, and AC/DC and ohm meters.
- Familiarity with programming environments including Arduino and
Raspberry Pi; some circuit design and sensor selection experience
preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and
technical documentation.
- Knowledge of power supplies and their safe
operation.
- Familiarity with printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing is a
plus.
- Basic familiarity with 3D printing is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of networking and network
troubleshooting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel,
Outlook, PowerPoint).
Other Requirements: Strong communication, problem-solving,
and organizational skills; ability to train, instruct, and mentor
students and Teaching Assistants. Ability to manage multiple
priorities and adapt to rapidly evolving course requirements.
Ability to work and coordinate with offices including Environmental
Health and Safety (EHS), facilities, and risk management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Teaching Lab Operations & Maintenance:
- Prepare teaching labs on a daily and weekly basis, including
equipment setup and takedown; some labs (e.g., microwave labs)
require new configurations on a weekly or semi-weekly
basis.
- Perform routine equipment testing, monitoring, troubleshooting,
and preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, circuits, and
electronic devices.
- Update and install software on lab equipment and computers as
needed.
- Maintain lab inventory, place supply and equipment orders, and
coordinate acquisition and installation of new
equipment.
- Ensure labs are clean, organized, and ready for scheduled
classes and open lab sessions.
- Maintain and update lab schedules and manage lab availability
for students and faculty.
Student & Teaching Assistant Support:
- Support students in ECE laboratory courses (e.g., Capstone
Design) with topics including Arduino, data acquisition, electronic
design, and circuit troubleshooting.
- Train and supervise Teaching Assistants
- Provide instruction on the proper use and care of lab
equipment, components, and kits (e.g., breadboards, measurement
tools).
- Orient students and Teaching Assistants to lab resources,
including the location and use of components, kits, and
instrumentation.
- Conduct office hours in support of students and Teaching
Assistants.
- Support the ECE Capstone Design course by advising and
mentoring students during project work, managing data acquisition
systems, providing safety oversight for electrical, electronic, and
radio frequency-based projects, and coordinating breakdown and
storage of Capstone project components for parts reuse.
- Assist instructors with the development of new lab experiments.
Loan and manage sensors and other equipment for student
use.
- Support student project work in electronic circuit design,
programming, and sensor selection.
Pre-Course & Semester Preparation:
- Prepare student toolboxes and verify kits for completeness
prior to the start of each course or lab session.
- Prepare samples for mechanical and electrical testing as
needed.
- Coordinate full breakdown of equipment at the end of each
semester and prepare labs for the upcoming semester.
Space Planning, Facilities Support & Safety:
- Assist the Assistant Director for ECE Labs and Safety with lab
space planning, facility improvements, and operational
upgrades.
- Coordinate with faculty, staff, IT personnel, the College Space
Operations team, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), facilities,
and risk management to support lab infrastructure and safety
needs.
- Ensure a safe laboratory environment in accordance with
departmental policies and applicable OSHA standards.
- Identify and address safety concerns related to electrical,
electronic, and radio frequency equipment and student project
work
- Collaborate with the Associate Director for IT Infrastructure
and Architecture on IT infrastructure and architecture-related
tasks for teaching and research spaces.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover Letter
Position Type
Academic Administration
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
107H
Expected Hiring Range:
$25.78 - $36.41
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Instructional-Lab-Technician_R140604
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