Lab Support Technician - Instrumentation & Prep

Georgia Tech; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech is seeking a temporary, full-time Lab Technician to support operation and maintenance of an academic laboratory in Atlanta. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining instruments, ordering supplies, preparing media and samples, and assisting faculty and students with bench work.

The role emphasizes inventory control, equipment cleaning, and adherence to safety and procedural standards within a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training may be a plus.
• Up to two years of related lab experience preferred.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory safety and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate and maintain instruments and equipment used in lab tests.
• Order and track supplies; maintain records.
• Prepare laboratory media/equipment for demonstrations.
• Clean instruments and glassware as needed.
• Prepare and process laboratory samples for tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Lab equipment operations

Inventory management

Computer applications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Georgia Tech is seeking a temporary, full-time Lab Technician to support operation and maintenance of an academic laboratory in Atlanta. Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining instruments, ordering supplies, preparing media and samples, and assisting faculty and students with bench work.

The role emphasizes inventory control, equipment cleaning, and adherence to safety and procedural standards within a dynamic research environment.