Senior Lab Technician: Research & Safety Support

Austin Community College District; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans (TRS/ORP)

Job summary

Austin Community College District in the United States seeks an Assistant, Senior Lab to provide laboratory and technical classroom support to faculty and staff. The role emphasizes safety, equipment operation, and accurate record-keeping in a busy college lab setting.

Responsibilities include organizing lab activities, assisting students, maintaining inventory, and supporting budgeting and procurement processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years related work experience.
• High school diploma or educational equivalent.
• Hazardous material/waste handling knowledge.
• Laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Multicultural student body interaction.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Confidential handling of information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe laboratory conditions and regulatory compliance.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize laboratory activities.
• Assist students in use of lab equipment and facilities.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain records.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and materials.
• Initiate purchase requisitions and assist with budget items.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Collect data and submit reports.
• Oversee related tasks as directed.

Skills

Two years experience

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Interpersonal skills

Lab safety

Multicultural teamwork

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Database software

Presentation software

Job description

Austin Community College District in the United States seeks an Assistant, Senior Lab to provide laboratory and technical classroom support to faculty and staff. The role emphasizes safety, equipment operation, and accurate record-keeping in a busy college lab setting.

Responsibilities include organizing lab activities, assisting students, maintaining inventory, and supporting budgeting and procurement processes as needed.