Student Technician

Agrilife; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M AgriLife Research in College Station invites applications for a Student Technician to support analytical chemistry and related lab work. You will assist researchers, prepare samples, log data, and help maintain a clean, compliant lab environment within multidisciplinary projects.

Active status as an undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&M is required, with prior lab experience. Salary ranges from $10 to $13 per hour; part-time hours; some after-hours work and field site travel

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 related field preferred.
• Previous lab experience is required.

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.
• Weighs, pipettes, labels, and logs data; maintains lab cleanliness and equipment upkeep.
• Operates routine lab equipment and helps with waste autoclaving and material sterilization.
• Keeps inventory and records up to date; may assist with field site travels.

Skills

Lab tasks

Pipetting

Organization

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate Student

Job description

Student Technician# Improving lives through science and technology## Student TechnicianApply: College Station, TX: Part time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R-098514**Job Title**Student Technician**Agency**Texas A&M Agrilife Research**Department**Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**College Station, Texas**Job Type**Student Worker**Job Description**# **About Texas A&M AgriLife**Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:* Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service* Texas A&M AgriLife Research* College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University* Texas A&M Forest Service* Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click **here** to learn more about joining AgriLife!# **Position Information**The student technician provides hands-on assistance in analytical chemistry, chemical or biological engineering, food and agricultural science, or clinical research, supporting daily lab operations and assisting researchers on multidisciplinary projects. **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. **Required 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**Other Requirements:*** Work beyond normal business hours and/or work on weekends* Travels to various field site locations (e.g., counties, field sites).* Ability to lift or move light, moderate, or heavy objects.* Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.# **What You Need to Know****Salary:** $10-13 per hour # **How to Apply**Applications must include all job application data with a complete resume. Incomplete applications may be rejected. Applicants are encouraged to upload a resume or use LinkedIn to prepopulate application fields.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.