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, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, faculty and student research, experiment preparation, and compliance with safety standards and operating procedures. It helps keep laboratories ready for educational and research programs and supports effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment. The role is based on the Main Campus in College Station, Texas, and supports a department with educational and research programs 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 with daily operations 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 keep equipment and facilities organized and operational.
- Assist with laboratory scheduling and user support.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors or departmental personnel as needed.
- Maintain records of equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
- 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 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.
- Vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options.
- Defined benefit retirement plan through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with an 8.25% employer contribution.
- Additional voluntary retirement programs: 403(b) Tax Deferred Account and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program.
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development opportunities.
- Tuition assistance and educational release time.
- Engineer Your Wellness health and fitness programs.
- Wellness release time to promote work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
