LLS Research Facilities Specialist

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Options

Paid Holidays

Tuition Exemption

Training and Development

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Research Facilities Specialist to support the Louisiana Light Source (LLS) at CAMD. You will perform routine facility and equipment maintenance, assist with installation of beamlines and cryogenic systems, and help ensure safe, reliable operation of building and lab infrastructure.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude and teamwork in a research environment. Reporting to the Facility Manager, you will handle preventive maintenance, coordinate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 1 year related experience required.
• Experience with mechanical systems or lab facilities preferred.
• Ability to install and maintain scientific equipment.

Responsibilities

• Facility maintenance under Facility Manager, including HVAC/electrical systems and inventory.
• Assist with installation of beamlines, huts, shield walls, cryogenic support.
• Maintain vacuum pumps and water chillers; diagnose and repair as needed.
• Grounds and exterior upkeep to maintain campus facilities.
• Serve as backup for 24/7 on-call coverage and after-hours response.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Data Analysis

Detail-Oriented

Following Protocols

Functional Expertise

Materials Handling

Safe Work Practices

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Posting Title

LLS Research Facilities Specialist

Position Type

Professional / Unclassified

Department

LSUAM ORED - STEM - CAMD - HR - Facilities (John B. Hopwood II (00333631))

Work Location

CAMD Office Building #1

Pay Grade

Professional Hourly

Job Description

The Research Facilities Specialist provides technical and operational support for the maintenance and upkeep of the Louisiana Light Source (LLS), formerly the Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD), at LSU. Reporting to and working under the overall direction of the Facility Manager, the position performs routine facility and equipment maintenance, assists with the installation of scientific equipment, and supports cryogenic and other specialized facility operations. The position helps ensure that LLS facilities, equipment, and building systems are maintained safely and effectively in support of the facility’s research activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance and Support - Performs routine maintenance and technical support for LLS facilities under the overall direction of the Facility Manager, including work involving building air and gas systems, control systems, and general building systems. Assists the Facility Manager in coordinating work with LSU Facility Services involving larger building systems, including HVAC systems, electrical feeders, and building code-related issues. Assists with the annual equipment inventory. (40%)
• Scientific Equipment Installation and Cryogenic Support - Assists with the installation of beamlines, hutches, shield walls, and associated scientific equipment. Supports cryogenic operations by handling liquid helium and nitrogen, operating and maintaining cryogenic equipment, and assisting with liquefaction processes in accordance with established procedures and training. Performs these activities under the overall direction of the Facility Manager. (20%)
• Vacuum Pump and Water Chiller Maintenance - Performs routine and preventive maintenance on vacuum pumps and water chillers. Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment issues and performs component replacement and other routine repairs within the scope of the position. Communicates identified issues and repair needs to the Facility Manager and coordinates more extensive repairs as directed. (15%)
• Grounds and Exterior Facility Maintenance - Performs routine grounds and exterior facility maintenance, including mowing, weed control, painting, pressure washing, and related upkeep necessary to maintain LLS buildings and grounds. (15%)
• Other duties as assigned - (10%) This position serves as backup for the Facility Manager's 24/7 on-call coverage when the Facility Manager is unavailable and may be required to respond to after-hours facility issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 1 year of related experience. LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply—a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with mechanical systems, equipment maintenance and repair, vacuum systems, water chillers, electrical or control systems, or other related technical equipment. Experience working in a research, laboratory, industrial, or technical facility environment.

Additional Information

• This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR.
• This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67.
• This position will require a physical examination based on the physical demands required.

Skills Needed

• Critical Thinking
• Data Analysis
• Detail-Oriented
• Following Protocols
• Functional Expertise
• Materials Handling
• Safe Work Practices
• Troubleshooting

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
• Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position

N

Equal Opportunity Employer

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

About LSU

LSU includes institutions, facilities and programs in each of Louisiana’s 64 parishes, and its campuses stretch the length of the state from New Orleans to Shreveport. Each institution plays a vital role in preparing students to incorporate new knowledge and technologies into their daily lives. LSU researchers across Louisiana are working on developing a wide-range of innovations to improve quality of life by studying issues such as disease management, advance medical treatments, obesity, coastal protection, hurricane preparedness, energy, natural resource management and agriculture, among others. Louisiana’s Flagship University is a land-, sea- and space-grant institution with academic programs in all areas of science, engineering, humanities, arts and social sciences. The University comprises of nine institutions: Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College (LSU), the premier flagship university for the state, which include the Paul M. Hebert Law Center and the School of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University at Alexandria Louisiana State University at Eunice Louisiana State University at Shreveport LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans LSU Health Science Center – Shreveport The Health Care Services Division Louisiana State University Agricultural Center Pennington Biomedical Research Center Any other college, university, school, institution, or program now or hereafter under the supervision and management of the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College In implementing its mission, LSU is committed to: Offering a broad array of undergraduate degree programs and extensive graduate research opportunities designed to attract and educate highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students; Employing faculty who are excellent teacher-scholars, nationally competitive in research and creative activities, and who contribute to a world-class knowledge base that is transferable to educational, professional, cultural, and economic enterprises; and Using its extensive resources to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges.