Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology•Terre Haute, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Laboratory Technician at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology supports instructional and research operations within the Chemistry & Biochemistry Department. This involves setting up, operating, testing, calibrating, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment and associated computer systems. The technician is responsible for ensuring laboratory spaces are clean, functional, and properly prepared by managing work areas, supplies, and equipment readiness. They set up and validate a variety of laboratory experiments, demonstrations, and procedures in adherence to established protocols, institutional standards, and safety regulations. Additionally, the technician assists and instructs faculty and students on the safe and effective use of laboratory equipment, tools, and instructional technologies. They provide technical support for instructional laboratories, research activities, capstone projects, and independent studies, troubleshooting issues and ensuring safe and efficient project execution. The role also includes consulting with faculty on equipment needs, modifications, or adaptations for demonstrations or instruction, and implementing teaching aids and laboratory support materials to enhance the learning experience. Ultimately, the Chemistry Laboratory Technician contributes to a safe, organized, and academically supportive laboratory environment.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school and a minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience
In lieu of the required education, three additional years of directly related experience

Nice To Haves

Experience using and maintaining instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, NMR, IR, UV-vis spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry
Excellent interpersonal skills
A service mindset
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Supporting instructional and research operations by setting up, operating, testing, calibrating, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment and associated computer systems
Ensuring that laboratory spaces are clean, functional, and properly prepared by maintaining work areas, managing supplies, and ensuring equipment readiness
Setting up and validating a wide range of laboratory experiments, demonstrations, and procedures in accordance with established protocols, institutional standards, and safety regulations
Assisting and instructing faculty and students on the safe and effective use, operation, and care of laboratory equipment, tools, and instructional technologies
Providing technical support for faculty and students engaged in instructional laboratories, research activities, capstone projects, and independent studies, helping to troubleshoot issues and ensure projects are conducted safely and efficiently
Consulting with faculty regarding equipment needs, modifications, or adaptations required for demonstrations or instructional purposes
Implementing teaching aids and laboratory support materials to enhance the learning experience
Contributing to a safe, organized, and academically supportive laboratory environment

Benefits

A variety of health benefit options
Voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance
Pet Insurance
Caregiver Resources
Participation in Tuition Exchange
A generous and flexible paid leave program
Dedicated time for professional development
Access to full-service fitness facilities and programming
A performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions
Access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment
Opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact
Continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities