Laboratory Coordinator I
About The Position
The Laboratory Technician provides technical support for the Department of Aerospace Engineering’s instructional and research laboratories. The position assists with laboratory operations, maintains and troubleshoots equipment, supports faculty and student research, prepares experiments, and helps ensure compliance with safety standards and operating procedures. It contributes to educational and research programs by keeping laboratories ready and supporting effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment. The role supports daily laboratory and testing-facility operations; prepares equipment, materials, and instrumentation; sets up and modifies experiments; maintains and troubleshoots equipment; and provides technical assistance for courses, projects, and research activities. It also supports safety inspections and records, inventory and purchasing, laboratory documentation, and facility or equipment improvements. The position is based on the Main Campus in College Station, Texas. The department offers educational and research opportunities in areas including space exploration, national defense, and air transportation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One year of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the daily operation of aerospace engineering laboratories and testing facilities.
- Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials, and instrumentation for instructional and research activities.
- Set up, modify, and dismantle laboratory experiments and testing configurations.
- Monitor laboratory conditions and maintain equipment and facilities in an organized, operational state.
- Assist with laboratory scheduling and user support activities.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors or departmental personnel as necessary.
- Maintain equipment maintenance, calibration, and repair records.
- Assist with installation and testing of new laboratory equipment and systems.
- Maintain inventories of laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and consumables.
- Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students conducting laboratory experiments and test programs.
- Support undergraduate laboratory courses, senior design projects, and graduate research activities.
- Assist with data acquisition, instrumentation setup, and test execution.
- Help fabricate, assemble, or modify experimental hardware, fixtures, and laboratory apparatus.
- Support special projects and sponsored research activities as assigned.
- Follow and promote laboratory safety procedures and university policies.
- Assist with laboratory safety inspections and documentation.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials and equipment.
- Maintain safety records and equipment operating procedures.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment concerns to supervisors.
- Maintain laboratory documentation, equipment records, and operating procedures.
- Assist with purchasing laboratory supplies, tools, and replacement components.
- Track inventory levels and recommend replenishment of materials and consumables.
- Support facility improvement and equipment upgrade projects.
Benefits
- Competitive medical insurance and prescription coverage.
- Options for vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
- Defined benefit retirement plan through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas with an 8.25% employer contribution.
- Additional voluntary retirement programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Free LinkedIn Learning training access and professional development opportunities.
- Tuition assistance and educational release time.
- Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs for health and fitness.
- Wellness release time to promote work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
