Job at a glance
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is looking for a Laboratory Technician to assist with 10 hours of departmental lab and facilities management. The Laboratory Technician performs routine laboratory processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Operate standard equipment. Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
Assist with laboratory maintenance, prepare solutions, and order supplies. Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or graduation equivalent. Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Some science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Inventory Control - Awareness Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness Laboratory Safety - Awareness Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness Record Keeping - Awareness Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming - Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Laboratory Technician Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB Starting Salary Range: $15.80 - $23.85 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: M-F, up to 10 hrs wkly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: Department of Mechanical Engineering Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering