On-Campus Science Lab Technician: Prep, Safety & Equipment

Chapman-University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University in Irvine, CA is seeking a Science Lab Technician to support undergraduate instructional laboratories across the physical sciences. The role involves preparing chemical solutions, assembling equipment, implementing experiments, and ensuring safe, reliable lab experiences in collaboration with faculty and staff.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, coordinating with instructors, training student workers, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret experimental protocols, apply quantitative calculations, identify technical problems, and troubleshoot preparation or equipment issues.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, chemical hazard communication, chemical storage compatibility, and hazardous-material handling and disposal.
• Ability to maintain accurate technical records, inventory documentation, and laboratory procedures.
• Working knowledge of laboratory apparatus, scientific equipment, and routine maintenance practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, vendors, and laboratory operations personnel.

Responsibilities

• Interpret experimental protocols and determine equipment, chemicals, reagents, and materials required for experiments.
• Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and calculations following established procedures.
• Assemble and configure apparatus and materials per specifications.
• Test setups and materials to ensure reliability of lab activities.
• Maintain safety and compliance with university policies and regulations.
• Coordinate inventory, procurement, and vendor communications for supplies.
• Train student employees and supervise their work.

Skills

Interpret protocols

Quantitative calculations

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics, or related STEM

Tools

Spectrometers

HPLC

GC/LC

Job description

Chapman University in Irvine, CA is seeking a Science Lab Technician to support undergraduate instructional laboratories across the physical sciences. The role involves preparing chemical solutions, assembling equipment, implementing experiments, and ensuring safe, reliable lab experiences in collaboration with faculty and staff.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, coordinating with instructors, training student workers, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.