Laboratory Attendant

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M’s Biology Department is looking for a Laboratory Attendant to support research operations by preparing, cleaning, and sterilizing laboratory glassware and materials. The Laboratory Attendant will handle the washing and autoclaving of lab items, assist with basic preparation of commonly used supplies, and ensure clean materials are delivered to the appropriate labs. This position helps maintain a safe and efficient work environment by supporting routine sterilization needs and assisting with general lab supply preparation and distribution.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year in custodial or lower-level laboratory work.
• Must be able to lift and carry moderate weight regularly.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of principles of sterile techniques; use of autoclaves.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and processes soiled glassware and plasticware by removing tape and labels, washing, covering with foil, autoclaving, and placing items in the drying oven as needed.
• Sterilizes media, discarded cultures, contaminated materials, pipets, and utensils using appropriate temperatures and pressures, including washing pipets, autoclaving, and drying.
• Assists with preparing and distributing laboratory supplies such as filled tip boxes and fly food.
• Distributes all cleaned and sterilized glassware and plasticware to the appropriate laboratories.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED