Student Technician
About The Position
The student technician provides hands-on assistance in analytical chemistry, chemical or biological engineering, food and agricultural science, or clinical research. The role supports daily laboratory operations and assists researchers on multidisciplinary projects. Lab-specific training will be provided. The position is with Texas A&M AgriLife Research’s Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management in College Station, Texas. The role may involve work beyond normal business hours and/or weekends, travel to field sites, lifting or moving objects, and working outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&M University.
- Previous laboratory experience is required.
- Ability to work beyond normal business hours and/or on weekends.
- Ability to travel to various field site locations, such as counties and field sites.
- Ability to lift or move light, moderate, or heavy objects.
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- A major in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical or Biological Engineering, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, Agriculture, or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist researchers and laboratory scientists with daily lab tasks and experimental workflows.
- Prepare and process samples for analysis using a variety of techniques and instruments.
- Perform basic laboratory tasks such as weighing, pipetting, labeling, organizing samples, and logging data.
- Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of lab benches, the autoclave room, the microscopy lab, and common instrument areas.
- Operate laboratory equipment and perform routine cleaning and calibration.
- Assist with autoclaving lab waste and sterilizing materials.
- Receive and log incoming packages and samples, and prepare outgoing shipments.
- Help manage inventory, restock supplies, and keep records up to date.
- Lift and move laboratory equipment or supplies weighing up to approximately 25 pounds when needed.
- Follow laboratory safety guidelines and help ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Help maintain an organized and functional research environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
