Laboratory Coordinator 1

Job Title

Laboratory Coordinator I

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

Aerospace Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Purpose:

The Laboratory Technician provides technical support for the Department of Aerospace Engineering's instructional and research laboratories. This position is responsible for assisting with laboratory operations, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, supporting faculty and student research activities, preparing laboratory experiments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and operating procedures. The Laboratory Technician contributes to the successful delivery of educational and research programs by maintaining laboratory readiness and supporting the effective use of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities:

Laboratory Operations Support

• Assist in the daily operation of aerospace engineering laboratories and testing facilities.
• Prepare laboratories, equipment, materials, and instrumentation for instructional and research activities.
• Set up, modify, and dismantle laboratory experiments and testing configurations.
• Monitor laboratory conditions and ensure equipment and facilities are maintained in an organized and operational state.
• Assist with laboratory scheduling and user support activities.

Equipment Maintenance and Technical Support

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, inspection, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors or departmental personnel as necessary.
• Maintain records of equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
• Assist with installation and testing of new laboratory equipment and systems.
• Maintain laboratory inventories of equipment, tools, supplies, and consumables.

Research and Instructional Support

• Provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, researchers, and students conducting laboratory experiments and test programs.
• Support undergraduate laboratory courses, senior design projects, and graduate research activities.
• Assist with data acquisition, instrumentation setup, and test execution.
• Help fabricate, assemble, or modify experimental hardware, fixtures, and laboratory apparatus.
• Support special projects and sponsored research activities as assigned.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow and promote laboratory safety procedures and university policies.
• Assist with laboratory safety inspections and documentation.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials and equipment.
• Maintain safety records and equipment operating procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment concerns to supervisors.

Administrative Support

• Maintain laboratory documentation, equipment records, and operating procedures.
• Assist with purchasing laboratory supplies, tools, and replacement components.
• Track inventory levels and recommend replenishment of materials and consumables.
• Support facility improvement and equipment upgrade projects.

What We Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, chemistry, physics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant technical or laboratory experience.
• One year of related experience.

Work Location:

• Main Campus – College Station, TX.

About Aerospace Engineering

The Department of Aerospace Engineering is consistently rated in the top 10 programs in the United States. It provides unique, cutting-edge educational and research opportunities in areas including space exploration, national defense, and air transportation. We offer a unique environment with research spanning fundamental to applied and where students have vibrant hands-on organizations and tremendous opportunities for summer internships and co-ops.

Texas A&M Engineering provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive medical insurance benefits through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Prescription coverage by Express Scripts.
• Options for Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A defined benefit retirement plan with the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) with 8.25% employer contribution.
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Deferred Account 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation Program 457(b).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Generous paid time off with holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and Educational release time to further your academic pursuits.
• Access to Engineer Your Wellness programs that provide opportunities for employees to engage in health and fitness.
• Wellness release time offered to employees to promote work/life balance.

Helpful Applicant Information

Required Materials for Application:

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor/former supervisor.
• Letter of interest (dependent upon position)

Applications received by Texas A&M Engineering must have all required job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

Compensation Philosophy:

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development including career pathing, coaching and skills development.
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition and work-life balance.
• Ensure resources are readily available and utilized to attract and retain the highest quality researchers, faculty, and staff.

Employment Eligibility Verification

• If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present original and unexpired documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date.
  

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.