Laboratory Technician

Health & Safety:

• Maintain the cleanliness of the laboratories.
• Weekly check fume hoods, safety showers, and eyewash stations.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
• Hazardous Waste Management.
• Student/Faculty Safety Training, maintain records, develop and administer training.

Laboratory Operation

• Operation, Diagnostics, and Maintenance of lab equipment.
• Set up labs before class and clean up afterwards.
• Train faculty/students on safe use of equipment.

Essential Job Functions

Lab Equipment Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and testing of equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Identify, document, and report malfunctioning equipment (coordinate with vendors for repair or replacement).
• Maintain detailed service logs and repair histories to support budget planning and compliance audits.

Student Access and Instructional Support:

• Provide technical guidance to students during lab sessions, enhancing their hands-on learning experience.
• Provide lab access outside scheduled hours, particularly to support senior design projects, while ensuring safe use of facilities.
• Monitor lab usage and ensure proper check-in/check-out procedures for tools and equipment.

Inventory and Asset Management:

• Keep accurate inventory records of equipment, tools, and consumables; track usage, availability, and condition of supplies and equipment to support efficient lab operations and contribute to cost-effective resource management.
• Assist in procuring, receiving, and setting up new equipment and supplies.

Lab Organization and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure labs are clean, organized, and free of hazards to maintain a professional and safe learning environment.
• Ensure safety protocols are being followed by all personnel working in the labs.
• Conduct safety briefings or training sessions for students and faculty when necessary.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Coordinate effectively with faculty, staff, and IT personnel to support teaching, research, and departmental initiatives.
• Document and report technical issues, resolutions, and equipment status to relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in departmental meetings or planning sessions to provide.

Service and Outreach:

• Support university and departmental service goals, including outreach and community engagement activities when required.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or relevant work experience of two years or more) in chemical, electrical, or environmental sciences or engineering (or closely related field).
• Fundamental understanding of laboratory equipment, including pumps, valves, overhead cranes, and instrumentation.
• Experience in laboratory safety.
• Experience in training others in the use of laboratory equipment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in analytical equipment for analyzing liquid and gas samples.
• Experience in process controls, instrumentation, or robotics.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and apply.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions:

• May require occasional evening and/or weekend work to meet university and departmental needs.

Special Note:

• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.