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.