Technician I

Job Title

Technician I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Chemistry

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M’s Chemistry Department is looking for a Technician I who will support the Teaching Laboratory Program by assisting in the planning and supervision of technical operations. This role also provides training and oversight for student workers involved in the preparation and distribution of chemicals.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Prepares, updates, and maintains chemical preparation records and determines the required quantities for laboratory experiments.

• Coordinates student workers and oversees the preparation of standardized chemical solutions and mixtures for upcoming laboratory activities.

• Maintains inventory of laboratory chemicals, supplies, and standard items, and coordinates student workers to ensure laboratories remain stocked with essential materials and chemicals.

• Assists in determining specifications and needs for purchasing chemicals for teaching laboratories.

• Assists in preparing and delivering chemical demonstrations and supports the maintenance, operation, and management of laboratory equipment and instruments.

• Assists in securing and closing laboratory facilities at the end of classes.

• Examines chemical preparation areas for potential hazards and recommends appropriate corrective actions.

• Assists with new employee safety orientation and provides Hazard Communication training for student workers.

• Assists with hazardous waste consolidation, labeling, segregation, and disposal for teaching laboratories and departmental research groups, ensuring all processes meet federal, state, and university regulations.

• Coordinates closely with the Technical Lab Coordinator and University Safety Officer and may transport placarded hazardous materials as part of compliant waste‑handling operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of related experience.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment.

• Ensure attention to detail.

• Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work non-standard hours.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate's education and experience.

What you need to do:

A Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University? 

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.   

Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/      

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

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.