Think Tank Lab Coordinator

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgewater State University is seeking a Think Tank Lab Coordinator to oversee the BSU Think Tank and its lab techs. The role involves mentoring students, staffing a Maker Space, and co‑leading workshops and tutorials.

Ideal candidates are undergraduate students registered for at least six credits for Fall 2026, available for 10 hours a week, and have prior Think Tank lab tech experience. The position emphasizes hands‑on tinkering with CNCs, milling machines, 3D printers, and laser cutters.

Qualifications

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Ability to commit to working in the Maker space for at least 10 hours a week during the academic year
• Must have previously worked in as a Think Tank lab tech for a minimum of one semester.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and tutoring other students
• Staffing and organizing a Maker Space site
• Co‑leading workshops and tutorials

Skills

Tutoring

Maker Space supervision

Workshop facilitation

Independent learning

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

CNCs

Milling Machines

Lathes

3D printers

Laser cutters

CAD/CAM

Job description

Position Information

Title

Think Tank Lab Coordinator

Position Description

The College of Science and Mathematics is looking for a Think Tank Lab Coordinator to assist in overseeing the BSU Think Tank as well as Think Tank Lab Techs.
Think Tank Lab Techs will complete an intensive learning period on how to use and operate Maker Space technologies including 3D printers, microcontrollers, robots, small electronics, and prototyping machines.
After extensive training their duties will include:

• mentoring and tutoring other students
• staffing and organizing a Maker Space site
• co‑leading workshops and tutorials

Eligibility requirements

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Ability to commit to working in the Maker space for at least 10 hours a week during the academic year
• Must have previously worked in as a Think Tank lab tech for a minimum of one semester.

Preferred Qualifications

• Personable, friendly, able to work with and tutor others
• Passion for tinkering and building things
• Able to work and learn independently
• Experience using CNCs, Milling Machines, Lathes, 3d printers, Laser cutters
• Familiarity with CAD , CAM , Fusion, 3d printing software
• Familiarity with computer programming
• Knowledge of electronics or Makerspace technology is not required, but a definite plus

Physical Demands

Able to occasionally move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Supplemental Questions

• * Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you ever worked on campus before?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

  (Open Ended Question)

Equal Opportunity Employer
Bridgewater State University is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posting Number Stu06070P

Open Date

Close Date

09/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Hourly Rate $18.00