Laboratory Instrumentation Specialist

J. Morrissey & Company; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

INDA seeks a Laboratory Instrumentation Specialist to support the development, assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced research instrumentation in a highly technical laboratory. You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, researchers, and technical staff to build and evaluate equipment used for cutting-edge research projects.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, hands-on lab experience, and the ability to work with precision components and schematics.

Qualifications

• Associate/Bachelor/Master in a technical field with lab experience.
• Experience in assembling, testing, or modifying scientific equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Support development, assembly, testing, and evaluation of research instrumentation.
• Assemble detector components, instruments, and related systems.
• Develop testing procedures and evaluate equipment performance.
• Analyze results and suggest improvements to equipment and processes.
• Read blueprints and technical specifications; operate necessary tools.
• Assist with troubleshooting and documentation for lab projects.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and researchers on instrumentation.

Skills

Assemble components

Testing procedures

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Hand & power tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Collaboration

Learning new technologies

Education

Associate’s degree with four years of related experience

Bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience

Master’s degree in a related technical field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Laboratory Instrumentation Specialist Location: New Haven, CT Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire Schedule: Full-Time, On-Site Compensation: $31-$32/hour based on experience

Position Summary

The Laboratory Instrumentation Specialist will support the development, assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced research instrumentation within a highly technical laboratory environment. This position will work closely with scientists, engineers, researchers, and technical staff to build and evaluate equipment used for cutting-edge research projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work with complex instrumentation, mechanical components, and testing equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with four years of related experience, Bachelor’s degree with two years of related experience, or Master’s degree in a related technical field (physics, engineering, related disciplines)
• Experience working in a laboratory, research, engineering, or instrumentation-focused environment
• Hands-on experience assembling, testing, troubleshooting, or modifying scientific equipment, laboratory instrumentation, or technical systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, measurement equipment, and laboratory instrumentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work on precision components and assemblies
• Basic CAD experience preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with scientists, engineers, researchers, and technical staff
• Ability to learn new technologies, equipment, and processes as needed

Responsibilities

• Support the development, assembly, testing, and evaluation of research instrumentation and laboratory equipment
• Arrange to assemble and modify detector components, instruments, fixtures, and related technical systems
• Develop and perform testing procedures to evaluate equipment performance, reliability, and functionality
• Analyze test results and recommend improvements or modifications to equipment and processes
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
• Operate hand tools, power tools, machinery, and other equipment used for fabrication, assembly, and testing
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Prepare materials, supplies, and equipment needed for laboratory projects
• Support general laboratory operations, including equipment organization, maintenance, and project needs
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, students, researchers, and technical staff on ongoing instrumentation projects
• Assist with documentation, procedures, and process improvements related to laboratory operations

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