Part-Time Lab Operations Specialist – Innovation Labs

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,500 - 27,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

Training access

Employee discount program

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Lab Operations Associate to support the Innovation Labs at the main campus. This role entails assisting in daily operations of a state-of-the-art bio-science incubator, focusing on equipment management, safety compliance, and inventory control.

Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree in a scientific discipline and practical laboratory experience. The position is part-time, expected to continue until June 17, 2027, with an hourly rate of $25/h.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an academic or commercial laboratory.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety programs and hazardous waste procedures.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operations of the facilities.
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Implement and maintain lab safety programs.
• Manage inventory of lab consumables and break-room provisions.

Skills

Operational Support

Equipment management

Safety compliance

Quality assurance

Inventory management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree in a scientific discipline

High school diploma with two years of equivalent experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Lab Operations Associate to support the Innovation Labs at the main campus. This role entails assisting in daily operations of a state-of-the-art bio-science incubator, focusing on equipment management, safety compliance, and inventory control.

Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree in a scientific discipline and practical laboratory experience. The position is part-time, expected to continue until June 17, 2027, with an hourly rate of $25/h.