Departmental Laboratory Technician

Job Title

Departmental Laboratory Technician

The Department of Biology, Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University is seeking applicants for a Departmental Laboratory Technician. This position is available to be filled immediately. The Department will offer a new Biomedical Sciences degree starting in the fall of 2026, and this hiring position supports the new program.

• Conducting safety support for employees and students.
• Preparing and setting up weekly laboratory experiments.
• Facilitating in‑class demonstrations as necessary.
• Maintaining laboratory inventories for chemistry and biology, including documenting hazardous waste use and waste disposal.
• Supporting outreach activities in both biology and chemistry.

• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to train faculty and students in the use of personal protective equipment and other safety best practices.
• The ability to conduct thorough safety audits.
• Familiarity with chemical inventory management systems.

• B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a closely related field, where the degree is completed before the candidate’s starting date.
• Experience in a laboratory environment.
• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

• Prior experience in a scientific laboratory setting.

• Excellent computer and laboratory skills.
• Knowledge of chemical hygiene plans, biohazard safety, and waste disposal.
• Experience working in a teaching laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with a variety of instrumentation.
• Experience with electronics laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of current OSHA and EPA regulations.
• This position requires a background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute 435.04.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

Target hiring salary: $23.22/hr – $24.52/hr (48,300 – 51,000).

• The position may require carrying electronic equipment and moving lab equipment to organize or set up new labs.
• Must lift over 50 lbs.

Full‑time / On‑site.

Florida Poly qualified employees can take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida), including flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker’s compensation. Employees also have retirement options through the state plan and voluntary retirement plans. Additional benefits include discounts, annual leave, sick leave, and an Employee Assistant Program.

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US, and an appointment is not final until proof is provided.