Student Lab Technician: Analytical Chemistry & Research

Texas A&M AgriLife Research; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in College Station seeks a Student Technician to support analytical chemistry and biological engineering projects. You will assist researchers, prepare samples, and help maintain lab spaces alongside a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires current undergraduate or graduate status at Texas A&M, lab experience, and willingness to work after hours or weekends; training provided. This student worker position offers hands-on experience in a busy lab environment.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&M University.
• Major in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical or Biological Engineering, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, Agriculture, or a related field preferred.
• Previous lab experience is required but lab-specific training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assists researchers and laboratory scientists with daily lab tasks and experimental workflows.
• Prepares and processes samples for analysis using a variety of techniques and instruments
• Performs basic lab work such as weighing, pipetting, labeling, organizing samples, and logging data.
• Maintains general lab cleanliness and upkeep of: lab benches, autoclave room, microscopy lab, and common instrument areas.
• Operates and performs routine cleaning and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Assists with autoclaving lab waste and sterilizing materials.
• Receives and logs incoming packages and samples; prepare outgoing shipments.
• Helps with inventory management, restocking supplies, and keeping records up to date.
• Lifts and moves lab equipment or supplies (up to ~25 lbs) when needed.
• Follows lab safety guidelines and help ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Contributes to maintaining an organized and functional research environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab experience

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&M University

Biology, Chemistry, Chemical or Biological Engineering, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, Agriculture or related fields

Job description

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in College Station seeks a Student Technician to support analytical chemistry and biological engineering projects. You will assist researchers, prepare samples, and help maintain lab spaces alongside a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires current undergraduate or graduate status at Texas A&M, lab experience, and willingness to work after hours or weekends; training provided. This student worker position offers hands-on experience in a busy lab environment.