Hands-on Physics Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

10 paid holidays

Generous paid time off plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a part-time Physics Lab Assistant to support introductory labs in Swain West. The role involves setting up experiments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and organization during lab sessions.

This non-student position prefers coursework in physics or engineering, with hands-on technical skills and strong organization. Up to 20 hours weekly, with potential to reach 29 hours depending on experience and needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hands-on technical skills and strong organizational abilities required.
• Coursework in physics or engineering preferred; electronics repair skills and lab tech tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, performs maintenance, and teardown of equipment used in the introductory physics labs.
• Supports faculty and students by ensuring lab sessions are safe, well-organized, and technically functional.
• Setting up experiments, maintain equipment, managing supplies, and assisting with lab development and safety protocols.

Skills

Hands-on technical skills

Strong organizational abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Coursework in physics or engineering

Tools

PASCO

Vernier

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a part-time Physics Lab Assistant to support introductory labs in Swain West. The role involves setting up experiments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and organization during lab sessions.

This non-student position prefers coursework in physics or engineering, with hands-on technical skills and strong organization. Up to 20 hours weekly, with potential to reach 29 hours depending on experience and needs.