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. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.