Lab Technician (SRA 2 NEX)

Davis•Davis, CA

50d•$30 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provide high-level support to the teaching and research activities in the departments of Design and Cinema & Digital Media. Maintain and instruct users on equipment and oversee laboratories and facilities, act as safety officer for the department. Assist faculty members with their classroom needs as it applies to the curriculum being taught during the quarter. Supervise shop services student assistants, coordinate and schedule the use of the facilities. Funding for this position is available through June 30, 2025, with possibility of extension.

Requirements

Valid California driver's license to transport equipment and supplies. Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
Bachelor's degree in fine arts, design environment, or related area, or equivalent experience/training.
Experience working with wood, metal, plastics and other material to fabricate, modify and adapt equipment to meet instructional and research needs.
Experience in working with equipment like fabric printers, laser cutters, 3D printers, sewing machines, CNC, cameras, projectors, etc.
Experience maintaining inventory data base of laboratory equipment including coordinating equipment purchases, setting up operations of new systems and record keeping.
Experience organizing and implementing systems for equipment management and maintenance including coordinating equipment and parts purchases, setting up operations of new systems, repair and record keeping.
Experience handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
Skills to train and technically instruct users in policies and procedures, laboratory usage, and safe use of equipment.
Ability to research and learn new skills as equipment changes. Skills to problem-solving and assist students and faculty with projects

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or education working in maker spaces, architecture or construction environments.
Experience with current operating systems, operating environments and communications protocols including Macintosh and PC Windows.
Experience and/or knowledge of dyes and screen-printing processes.
Knowledge of campus laboratory safety regulations and procedures.
Knowledge of digital photographic systems.

Responsibilities

Lab/Facilities Management
Quality Control, Health and Safety
Equipment Management
Other Duties/Event Support

Benefits

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans