Student Technician

Job Title

Student Technician

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

$7.25 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Job Description Summary

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.

Essential Duties/Tasks

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.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

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.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Previous lab experience is required but lab specific training will be provided

Ability to follow instructions, work with minimal instruction, and manage time effectively.

Must be detail-oriented, dependable, and willing to perform both technical and routine lab tasks.

Stand for extended periods during lab work.

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.