Technician -IV

Overview

Job Title:

Technician I-IV

Agency:
Texas A&M Engineering

Department:
Electrical Engineering

Job Location:

College Station, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary:
Commensurate

Job Description:

The Biotechnology Lab Technician will perform research in the Nano Bio Systems Laboratory, a multidisciplinary lab working in the area of microfluidics, lab-on-a-chip, and organ-on-a-chip research for biotechnology and biomedical applications. The project is highly interdisciplinary and fast-paced, involving multiple collaborating labs in mammalian cell biology, microbiology, biotechnology, and engineered microdevices. The candidate is expected to work closely with lab members including postdoctoral researchers and graduate students.

• Perform mammalian cell culture and maintenance
• Perform and support mammalian cell culture / organ-on-a-chip experiments
• Work closely with postdoctoral researchers and graduate students in the laboratory working on organ-on-a-chip projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of related experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three years of related experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• No experience required

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two years of related experience
• Compensation and classification is based on analyses of the above qualifications during the recruitment process

What is helpful:

• Masters degree in cell biology or related fields
• Extensive experience in cell biology
• Experience in handling cells (mammalian cells, microorganisms) in microsystems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skills such as cultivation of cell lines and primary cells, cell phenotyping, molecular biology skills
• Strong expertise in cell biology and molecular biology disciplines
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects

Work Location:

• Main Campus – College Station, TX
• Some positions may have potential for a flexible work schedule or location

About Electrical and Computer Engineering:

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University leads advanced research in power and power electronics, information systems, computer architecture, analog and mixed signals circuits, biomedical imaging, and photonics and semiconductors, with ML/AI infused in several research areas. It collaborates with healthcare, computing, telecommunications, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors, and benefits from proximity to the Army Futures Command and the Texas A&M System’s RELLIS Campus.

The department partners with the Texas A&M Data Science Institute, the Global Cyber Research Institute, the Texas A&M Energy Institute, and the Smart Grid Center.

• Competitive health benefits
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Vision, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance options
• TRS retirement plan with 8% employer contribution
• 403(b) and 457(b) voluntary retirement programs
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Linked In Learning and professional development opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program release time to promote work-life balance

• Resume/CV
• Three work references (at least one from a supervisor)
• Letter of interest

• Recruit and retain high-performing workforce through competitive compensation and career development
• Offer total rewards, flexible benefits, professional development, performance recognition, and work-life balance
• Ensure resources are available to attract and retain top researchers, faculty, and staff

• If hired, you will be required to complete the I-9 form and present identity and work authorization documents by the third day of employment

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon credential verification and/or other institution procedures.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.