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.