Instrument Technician
- Employer
- Texas State University
- Location
- San Marcos
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Experience working as a laboratory technician or equivalent position.
Experience with materials synthesis and/or characterization equipment.
Experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, field test instrumentation, and repair.
Knowledge of chemical hygiene and lab safety best practices.
Preference will be given to candidates with degree in a physical science or engineering discipline, experience working in demanding technical environments (e.g. cleanroom, research center, UVH equipment cluster, equipment manufacturer), and/or demonstrated experience providing training and instruction to faculty, staff, student, or industry users in the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of scientific laboratory equipment.
Job DescriptionThe Instrument Technician is responsible for management of sophisticated research instrumentation associated with Texas State University’s shared research areas. The technician will also supervise general laboratory maintenance, ensure proper operation of instrumentation, carry out installation and training on new equipment and procedures, and enforce laboratory safety protocols to facilitate research and education for Texas State University faculty, staff, student, and external users.
Job DutiesAssist in operation of shared research laboratories and equipment management to facilitate research and instruction in areas including but not limited to materials synthesis, characterization and device fabrication.
Work in team to address broad, interdisciplinary needs of research service centers and shared equipment laboratories.
Assist/supervise repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of lab equipment and facilities including but not limited to optics, electronics, vacuum, sensors, DI, CDA, compressed gas delivery, and CW systems.
Create and maintain written logs, reports, procedures, and documentation on work performed.
Assist in the design, development, and construction of custom equipment and experimental setups
Provide training and oversight to faculty, staff, student, and industry users in the proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Oversee and supervise laboratory maintenance schedule, including assigning maintenance tasks to student workers.
Work with Chemical Hygiene Officers and EHS&RM to implement laboratory specific safety plans in accordance with Texas State University’s Chemical Hygiene Plan
Maintain inventory of chemicals, PPE, consumables, equipment spares, technology resources, and other general supplies appropriate for laboratories.
Other duties as assigned.
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System.
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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Organization
Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Texas State University
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College). With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation. In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff. Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support. For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million. The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.
Mission
Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.
Locations
Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.
The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.
Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
- Website
- http://www.txstate.edu/
- Telephone
- 512-245-2111
- Location
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601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States
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