Laboratory Coordinator I

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Texas A&M Engineering is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator I to support the aerospace engineering laboratories and assist with daily operations, maintenance, and safety compliance. This role helps prepare and set up experiments, ensures equipment readiness, and supports faculty and student research activities in a collaborative environment.

The Laboratory Coordinator I will assist with calibration, data collection, and inventory management, contributing to successful instructional and research

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related experience.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the daily operation of aerospace engineering laboratories and testing facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students conducting laboratory experiments and test programs.
• Follow and promote laboratory safety procedures and university policies.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, equipment records, and operating procedures.
• Assist with purchasing laboratory supplies and replacement components.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Description du poste

Job Title

Laboratory Coordinator I

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Aerospace Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Purpose

The Laboratory Technician provides technical support for the Department of Aerospace Engineering's instructional and research laboratories. This position is responsible for assisting with laboratory operations, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, supporting faculty and student research activities, preparing laboratory experiments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and operating procedures. The Laboratory Technician contributes to the successful delivery of educational and research programs by maintaining laboratory readiness and supporting the effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Operations Support
  • Assist in the daily operation of aerospace engineering laboratories and testing facilities.
  • Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials, and instrumentation for instructional and research activities.
  • Set up, modify, and dismantle laboratory experiments and testing configurations.
  • Monitor laboratory conditions and ensure equipment and facilities are maintained in an organized and operational state.
  • Assist with laboratory scheduling and user support activities.
• Equipment Maintenance and Technical Support
  • Perform routine maintenance, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
  • Diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors or departmental personnel as necessary.
  • Maintain records of equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
  • Assist with installation and testing of new laboratory equipment and systems.
  • Maintain laboratory inventories of equipment, tools, supplies, and consumables.
• Research and Instructional Support
  • Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students conducting laboratory experiments and test programs.
  • Support undergraduate laboratory courses, senior design projects, and graduate research activities.
  • Assist with data acquisition, instrumentation setup, and test execution.
  • Help fabricate, assemble, or modify experimental hardware, fixtures, and laboratory apparatus.
  • Support special projects and sponsored research activities as assigned.
• Safety and Compliance
  • Follow and promote laboratory safety procedures and university policies.
  • Assist with laboratory safety inspections and documentation.
  • Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of materials and equipment.
  • Maintain safety records and equipment operating procedures.
  • Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment concerns to supervisors.
• Administrative Support
  • Maintain laboratory documentation, equipment records, and operating procedures.
  • Assist with purchasing laboratory supplies, tools, and replacement components.
  • Track inventory levels and recommend replenishment of materials and consumables.
  • Support facility improvement and equipment upgrade projects.

What We Need

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related experience.

Work Location

Main Campus - College Station, TX.

About Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Aerospace Engineering is consistently rated in the top 10 programs in the United States. It provides unique, cutting-edge educational and research opportunities in areas including space exploration, national defense, and air transportation. We offer a unique environment with research spanning funda