Lab Operations Associate: Prototyping & Safety Lead

Purdue University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University’s Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering seeks a Laboratory Operations Specialist, Associate in Indianapolis. You will oversee daily lab function, ensure safety, manage equipment, and support prototyping and Capstone projects to enhance student learning.

The role involves maintaining shared lab infrastructure, enabling hands-on, design-based coursework, and collaborating with instructional and research teams to sustain high-quality lab environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Biomedical Engineering or closely related technical field required.
• Advanced certifications in laboratory safety, machining, fabrication, or equipment operation preferred.
• Minimum of 0-1 years of professional experience in a lab, prototyping, manufacturing, or engineering support environment.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting specialized laboratory or fabrication equipment.
• Experience supporting hands-on, design-based learning environments or academic lab settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Operations, Safety, and Compliance Management – oversee daily functionality of instructional and prototyping labs, ensuring readiness and reliable access for students and faculty.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and manage specialized equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Maintain and enforce laboratory safety protocols, conduct inspections and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

3D printing

Lab safety

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CNC

3D printers

Job description

Purdue University’s Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering seeks a Laboratory Operations Specialist, Associate in Indianapolis. You will oversee daily lab function, ensure safety, manage equipment, and support prototyping and Capstone projects to enhance student learning.

The role involves maintaining shared lab infrastructure, enabling hands-on, design-based coursework, and collaborating with instructional and research teams to sustain high-quality lab environments.