Vocational training or technical certification in electrical
controls or a similar area is preferred
Programming experience including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and
some circuit design and sensor selection
Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and
PowerPoint)
Ability to train, instruct, and mentor students and teaching
assistants
Ability to fabricate samples for mechanical and electrical
testing
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical testing
equipment
Knowledge of power supplies and their safe operation
Ability to work and coordinate with relevant offices including
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Facilities, and Risk
Management
Must have flexibility to work occasional evenings or
Saturdays
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
1. Electronic Laboratory Operations & Technical Support
Ensure electronic equipment, instrumentation, and experimental
systems are properly assembled, configured, tested, and maintained
to support teaching and research activities.
- Work safely with, in, and around electrical and electronic
equipment
- Assemble, install, and repair equipment or components requiring
wiring, soldering, and electrical connections
- Perform technical tasks and tests, including configuring,
operating, and adjusting electronic test equipment
- Record, document, and report test data in support of teaching
laboratory needs
- Conduct circuit troubleshooting on electronic devices and
experimental systems
- Troubleshoot, modify, and adjust electronic and experimental
circuitry prototypes, resolving practical and technical
issues
- Follow specific instructions for the assembly, construction,
servicing, and repair of lab instruments and equipment
2. Student Support, Instructional Assistance & Capstone
Oversight (20%) Support student learning and project execution
through hands-on assistance, mentoring, and oversight in
electronic-based coursework and design projects.
- Support and, when needed, oversee student work in MEIE Capstone
Design courses, particularly in the construction and testing of
electronic assemblies
- Provide direct assistance to students by: Ensuring safety
oversight for electrical and electronic projects Advising and
mentoring students during project work Managing and loaning
sensors, data acquisition systems, and electronic equipment
Advising on sensor selection and system integration Troubleshooting
electronic and instrumentation issues encountered during projects
Instructing and assisting students in designing and troubleshooting
sensor-based systems (e.g., Arduino-based platforms)
3. Teaching Laboratory Support, Safety & Curriculum
Development (20%) Ensure undergraduate teaching laboratories
operate safely, effectively, and in alignment with curricular
goals.
- Support undergraduate laboratory classes by: Preparing samples
and lab setups Solving technical and equipment-related problems
Training and supervising teaching assistants
- Assist faculty in the development of new laboratory experiments
and instructional activities
- Coordinate new equipment acquisition, installation, and
commissioning for teaching labs
- Order laboratory supplies and maintain appropriate
inventory
- Ensure safe laboratory environments and practices, including
compliance with departmental and university safety
standards
4. Faculty Research & Shared Laboratory Support Provide
technical electronics support to faculty research labs and shared
laboratory facilities as needed.
- Solve electronics and equipment issues in faculty research
laboratories
- Advise researchers on sensor selection, data acquisition
systems, and instrumentation challenges
- Maintain and service shared laboratory equipment used for
research
- Train graduate researchers on the proper and safe use of shared
electronic equipment and systems
Position Type
Research
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:
109S
Expected Hiring Range:
$67,855.00 - $95,845.00
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/Lab-Manager_R139187
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