Technician I

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M University’s Department of Biology is seeking a Technician I who, under general supervision, is responsible for preparing daily laboratory materials for Biology courses serving approximately 3,000 students per semester. This role supports the planning and coordination of technical laboratory operations, assists personnel involved in lab preparation, ensures quality assurance and quality control of all reagents and solutions used in instructional laboratory experiments, and coordinates and sets up laboratory practical exams for Biology 111, 112, 113, and Zoology 107.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Ability to lift and move moderate weight objects.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus and computer equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year in scientific research, clinical, operational, or experiential work.
• First Aid training.
• CPR certification.
• AED training.

Responsibilities

• Prepares laboratory materials by mixing solutions, weighing and dispensing chemicals, labeling containers, and curating preserved specimens and dissection tissues for instructional use.
• Sets up and breaks down experimental apparatus, teaching demonstrations, and lab practical exams, ensuring all materials are properly arranged and ready for use.
• Assists faculty, staff, and graduate teaching assistants with laboratory, instructional, and administrative needs.
• Maintains laboratory spaces and equipment by cleaning prep areas, labs, cold rooms, and autoclaves, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs, and reporting facility or equipment issues.
• Supports lab operations by preparing instructional materials (e.g., laminated charts, posters, and information cards) and transporting departmental supplies and equipment as needed.

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
• Free exercise programs and release time
• 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

What This Job Offers

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