Teaching Lab Technician Chemistry

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,168 - 28,778; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission and dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is hiring a Teaching Lab Technician for the Chemistry Department in Albuquerque. This role involves preparing lab materials, maintaining facilities, and assisting faculty with laboratory exercises. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology is preferred.

Hourly wage ranges from $18.27 to $20.89, depending on education and experience, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and educational support.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience related to specified duties.
• Experience managing an undergraduate teaching lab facility.
• Experience preparing chemical solutions and setting up experiments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chemicals and lab equipment for teaching lab.
• Maintain laboratory facilities and stockroom for experiments.
• Conduct experiments and provide technical assistance.

Skills

Technical support in undergraduate teaching labs

Teamwork

Laboratory safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology or Bio-Chem preferred

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology is looking for a Teaching Lab Technician for our undergraduate teaching labs. This technologist will work with a current team of other techs in a dynamic group supporting numerous students per semester. Successful teamwork, enthusiasm for an academic environment, and strong student support skills are essential.

****The final salary for this position is dependent upon total Education and Experience****

Responsibilities

• Prepare chemicals, lab equipment, and student drawers for teaching lab.
• Maintain laboratory facilities, instrumentation, and stockroom for experiments.
• Plan laboratory exercises with faculty.
• Test and conduct experiments, exercises, instrumentation, and demonstrations.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and teaching assistants concerning experimental preparations and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards of laboratory operations.

Work Schedule

The schedule is variable and may be negotiated with the supervisor. Typically, Monday/Wednesday 11:30am–9:30pm and Tuesday/Thursday 8:30am–6:30pm. Evening hours are required. Work schedules may vary semester to semester. Overtime may be required periodically.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology or Bio‑Chem preferred.
• Experience working in and providing technical support for an undergraduate teaching lab.
• Experience preparing chemical solutions and setting up experiments for undergraduate teaching labs.
• Experience managing an undergraduate teaching lab facility.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination and medical history check.

Salary and Benefits

Hourly: $18.27 – $20.89 per hour (dependent on education and experience). This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additional educational benefits are available through tuition remission and dependent education programs.

Location and Department

Albuquerque, NM – Chemistry Department (889A)

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Check Requirement

All regular staff positions must pass a pre‑employment background check, including a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment.