About the role#
The Student Technician provides hands-on support for analytical chemistry, engineering, and agricultural research projects. You will work directly with researchers and laboratory scientists to keep daily operations running smoothly. This is a part-time, paid position based on-site in College Station.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily lab tasks and experimental workflows.
- Prepare and process samples using various instruments and techniques.
- Perform basic lab duties including weighing, pipetting, labeling, and logging data.
- Maintain cleanliness in lab benches, the autoclave room, and common instrument areas.
- Operate, clean, and calibrate laboratory equipment.
- Handle autoclaving of lab waste and sterilization of materials.
- Manage incoming packages, outgoing shipments, and inventory restocking.
- Lift and move equipment or supplies weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Follow safety guidelines and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at Texas A&M University.
- Preferred majors include Biology, Chemistry, Chemical or Biological Engineering, Biochemistry, Food Science, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, or Agriculture.
- Previous laboratory experience.
- Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong time management skills.
- Dependability and attention to detail.
- Willingness to perform both technical and routine tasks.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during lab work.
Location & details#
- Location: College Station, Texas.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, rolling term.
About Texas A&M University System
The Texas A&M University System operates as a large public higher education network based in College Station, Texas. Established in 1876, the organization manages 12 universities, eight state agencies, and a health science center. It maintains an annual budget of 7.3 billion dollars and supports nearly 170,000 students. The system focuses on research, agriculture, engineering, and medicine to support state economic development.
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