Lab Technician

Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 

Who we are 

A part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center, Texas A&M College of Dentistry in Dallas was founded in 1905 and is a nationally recognized center for oral health sciences education, research, specialized patient care and continuing dental education. As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.  

What we want 

The College of Dentistry is looking for a Lab Technician to serve in the department of Biomedical Sciences.  We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team. 

What you need to know 

Proposed Salary: $20.00 hourly 

Work Schedule/Location: Located in Dallas, TX, this an on-site role with a typical schedule of Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm. 

Apply! A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.  These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume. 

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• One year of related lab work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience in laboratory practices.

Responsibilities:

• Equips staff with instruments, disposable supplies, and chemicals.

• Maintains laboratory inventory/stockrooms and orders parts and supplies as needed.

• Maintains animal reports and data files.

• Disposes laboratory waste according to safety regulations.

• Manages laboratory equipment and instruments in proper operating conditions and assists with special projects.

• Ensures that procedures are carried out appropriately and issues are addressed.

• Provides logistical support with computers in the laboratory.

• Maintains updated trainings and certifications in laboratory safety procedures.

• Attends and participates in departmental meetings or other meetings pertaining to laboratory matters.

• Assists undergraduate and graduate students with their research projects.

• Maintains laboratories according to Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) specifications.

• Adheres to Federal, State, and Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) procedures, policies, and safety regulations

• Maintains quality assurance manuals, Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs), validation of laboratory procedures, check sample program, and record control.

• Improves and develops new experiments to be implemented into assigned laboratories.