Research Lab Technician

Position Description

Performs highly skilled mechanical and/or analytical duties lead position in the coordination and completion of projects in a research lab or program. May supervises subordinate employees. Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all employees.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions

• The main focus of this position is the assembly of HGCAL modules in a clean room environment. This includes operating a robotic gantry system, gluing PCBs and silicon together, and handling very delicate electronics, requiring steady hands and precision. This is a key responsibility for the next three years.
• Engage in system-level engineering and provide direction to the team.
• Participate in group efforts related to problem analysis, design discussions, reviews, and system integration.
• Train students in the safe use of equipment and processes, such as machine shop operations.
• Monitor stock levels of materials needed for equipment repair and module construction, and reorder as necessary.
• Perform hands-on fabrication, assembly, and testing of detector components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment used in module assembly and testing.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years experience; or a combination of education and/or related experience to equal six years.

This position is designated as involving access to critical infrastructure systems and/or research, as defined by Texas Executive Order GA-48. As such, candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. Employees are required to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to the protection of critical infrastructure. Ongoing employment is dependent upon maintaining eligibility for access and successfully passing periodic security and compliance reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Range

$40,500 - $52,600 - $64,800

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.