Lab Technician, Biomanufacturing

San Jacinto College; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited remote work

Job summary

San Jacinto College is seeking a Lab Technician for Biomanufacturing to support daily operations at the Generation Park and South Campus facilities. The role involves hands-on equipment setup, routine maintenance, inventory tasks, and safety support to enable high-quality hands-on learning.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of lab or technical experience and an Associate degree, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of laboratory operations, safety and quality requirements, instrumentation and processes related to biomanufacturing.
• Ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols while working under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with MS 365 applications including Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Planner, etc.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up, and break down laboratory and training spaces, including basic equipment and materials.
• Perform routine cleaning, calibration checks, and basic troubleshooting on equipment; report issues as needed.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of reagents and supplies.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Support instructors and staff during training sessions.
• Maintain records of equipment usage, maintenance, inventory, and safety tasks.

Skills

Lab operations

Safety protocols

Detail-oriented

MS 365

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Associate degree in science (preferred)

Tools

MS 365

Job description

Lab Technician, Biomanufacturing -Generation Park

FUNCTION

The Laboratory Technician, Biomanufacturing supports thesafe and efficient daily operations of the Biomanufacturing Laboratoryfacilities at the South and Generation Park Campuses. Under the direction ofthe Lab Manager, this role performs hands-on equipment setup, routinemaintenance, inventory tasks, and safety support to enable high-qualityhands-on biomanufacturing education and workforce training programs. Theposition requires a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and willingness tolearn new equipment and processes in a dynamic training environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential JobFunctions

• Prepare, set up, and break down laboratory and trainingspaces, including basic equipment and materials for hands-on training sessionsas directed by the Lab Manager.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, calibration checks,and basic troubleshooting on laboratory equipment and instrumentation; reportissues to the Lab Manager or vendors as needed.
• Assist with inventory management by monitoring, restocking,and organizing reagents, consumables, single-use systems, PPE, and laboratorysupplies.
• Follow and support laboratory safety protocols, includingproper handling and disposal of materials, conducting basic safety checks, andmaintaining a safe work environment.
• Assist instructors, faculty, and the training team withpreparation of materials and technical support during training sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenanceactivities, inventory, and safety tasks using logs, checklists, and MS 365tools.

Additional Job Functions

• Participate in training to learn new equipment, processes, and procedures as required by the Biomanufacturing program.
• Performother duties as assigned to contribute to the operational needs of theCenter for Biotechnology.

REQUIRED/MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skillsand Abilities

• Working knowledge of laboratory operations, safety and quality requirements, instrumentation and processes as it relates to biomanufacturing and biotechnology.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, SOPs, and safety protocols while working effectively under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with MS 365 applications including Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Planner, etc and willingness to learn additional tools.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the College values and work cooperatively in a team-oriented training environment.
• Proactive mindset with a strong willingnessand ability to quickly learn new equipment and processes.

Education andExperience

Required Education

• Associate degree in a related field or commensurate education and experience thatdemonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position.

Preferred Education

• Associate Degree in science or related technicalfield

Required Experience

• 1–2 years of hands-on laboratory or technical experience, preferably in a production, training, research, or similar environment.
• Basic experience with laboratory equipment handling, maintenance tasks, inventory, and safety practices.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and eagerness to learn new tools and procedures.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a biomanufacturing, bioprocessing, or regulated laboratory setting.
• Prior exposure to supporting educational or workforce training programs.
• Familiarity with GMP/GDP concepts.

Note: This position has opportunity for limited remote work arrangements with appropriate approvals and in accordance with the policies, procedures, and needs of the College.

Salary Grade:109

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number:req6399

Posting Close Date:10/9/2026 at 6 pm CST