Laboratory Support Specialist - Casual
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, United States
Position
Laboratory Support Specialist - Casual – Department of Academic Programs, School of Engineering, Rutgers University. Part‑time, 19.5 hours weekly, Day shift.
Job Responsibilities
Supports the technical need of stakeholders for engineering education.
Collaborates closely with the stakeholders (students, faculty, staff, teaching and learning assistants) to support innovative, project‑based, hands‑on engineering education.
Assists with operation and execution of laboratory demonstrations and experiments for classes, labs, and research projects.
Helps with prototyping, fabrication, and verification of designs.
Provides resources and guidance to stakeholders on the use of lab facilities and equipment.
Prepares short demos of the lab and student projects for visitors and marketing and recruitment events.
Engages in continuous professional development and skill enhancement through relevant trainings.
Assists in the development, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory facilities and field equipment.
Manages the usage of the lab equipment.
Prepares and submits purchase orders.
Maintains lab inventory and supplies to ensure that the right resources are in the right place at the right time.
Manages student workers supporting the job duties and supervision of the student workers.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Undergraduate Education.
Salary
$25 - $30 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
Life insurance coverage.
Employee discount programs.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic design that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of research principles and practices.
Two years of research or work experience in a STEM area in an academic or industrial setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience and professional knowledge with rapid prototyping equipment, including 3D printers.
Experience with lab safety procedures.
Ability tomultitask in a fast‑paced environment.
Special Conditions:
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evening hours as classes or events may run outside of normal business hours.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information, please see the Non-Discrimination Statement.
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Laboratory Support Specialist - Casual – Department of Academic Programs, School of Engineering, Rutgers University. Part‑time, 19.5 hours weekly, Day shift.
Job Responsibilities
Supports the technical need of stakeholders for engineering education.
Collaborates closely with the stakeholders (students, faculty, staff, teaching and learning assistants) to support innovative, project‑based, hands‑on engineering education.
Assists with operation and execution of laboratory demonstrations and experiments for classes, labs, and research projects.
Helps with prototyping, fabrication, and verification of designs.
Provides resources and guidance to stakeholders on the use of lab facilities and equipment.
Prepares short demos of the lab and student projects for visitors and marketing and recruitment events.
Engages in continuous professional development and skill enhancement through relevant trainings.
Assists in the development, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory facilities and field equipment.
Manages the usage of the lab equipment.
Prepares and submits purchase orders.
Maintains lab inventory and supplies to ensure that the right resources are in the right place at the right time.
Manages student workers supporting the job duties and supervision of the student workers.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Undergraduate Education.
Salary
$25 - $30 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
Life insurance coverage.
Employee discount programs.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related scientific/technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic design that demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of research principles and practices.
Two years of research or work experience in a STEM area in an academic or industrial setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience and professional knowledge with rapid prototyping equipment, including 3D printers.
Experience with lab safety procedures.
Ability tomultitask in a fast‑paced environment.
Special Conditions:
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evening hours as classes or events may run outside of normal business hours.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information, please see the Non-Discrimination Statement.
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