Laboratory Technician - Chemical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory setups for scheduled practical classes, arranging equipment, instruments, and experiment materials.
• Assist faculty and students during lab sessions to ensure experiments are conducted accurately, efficiently, and safely.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair faulty lab equipment.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of laboratory components, tools, and consumables; report shortages and assist with procurement requests.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety rules and support the implementation of safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Support faculty in developing new experimental setups and instructional materials.
• Maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and proper labeling of lab equipment and storage areas.
• Document lab activities, maintenance logs, and calibration records.
• Provide technical support during student projects, workshops, and departmental events.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of hands‑on experience in a chemical laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining analytical instruments such as GC, HPLC, FTIR, and UV‑Vis.
• Strong understanding of chemical principles, reaction kinetics, and thermodynamics.