Lab Technician
Company: University of California - Irvine
Location: Irvine
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Opening ID: 37081Reports To: Director of Acadmeic
Innovation, ProgramsWorking Title: Lab TechnicianDepartment: Engr
DO InnovationBargaining Unit: TXFLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code:
008652Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work
Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class: Career Position Summary: Founded
in 1965, the Henry Samueli School of Engineering educates more than
4,600 students (3,728 undergraduates and 961 graduates) with an
integrative approach that blends fundamentals, research and
hands-on experience. The School's aim is to unleash innovation,
create opportunities and inspire ingenuity. The Samueli School's
faculty members are leaders in their disciplines who have achieved
worldwide recognition for their research and dedicated teaching.
The School includes six academic departments. Under the leadership
of the Dean, the School pursues research that is timely, socially
responsible and cutting edge, and works in partnership with
industry, state, and federal agencies to promote the transfer of
research to applications that benefit society. Current research
thrusts include Communications and Information Technology, Energy
and Sustainability, Human Health, and Advanced Manufacturing and
Materials. The Academic Innovations, Programs is responsible for
implementing, overseeing and assessing the first-year engineering
program and international programs to enhance and support the
engineering education at the School of Engineering. Under the
general supervision of the Director of Academic Innovation,
Programs , the incumbent provides technical training and support
for project-based Engineering education; including laboratory
courses with a focus on safety procedures and work environment.
Assists with project planning, space usage, plans for laboratories
and capabilities. Assists with prototypes and equipment. Serves as
consultant on design and development activities. Advises
undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, visiting scholars and
fee-based users in the safe and appropriate operation and
maintenance of equipment, hardware, and facilities. Provides
technical consultation for the procurement of equipment and
training. Oversees TA's and student assistants responsible for
project-based learning, senior design projects and laboratory
classes. Compensation Range: $31.71-$33.21 Department Website:
https://engineering.uci.edu/ Required: Strong interpersonal skills,
with the ability to interact well with others.Strong oral and
written communication skills.Able to effectively work with
students, staff, faculty to provide training in the operation of
lab equipment.Ability to maintain an atmosphere that fosters
teamwork and collegial collaboration.Reliability and Good
attendance. Graduation from high school or a General Education
Diploma and six years of metal shop experience and journeyman skill
in the operation of all standard machine shop equipment; or an
equivalent combination of education and experience. Fabrication Lab
Management Skills:Previous experience in managing lab facilities
and supervision of personnel.Knowledge and experience ordering
required supplies, purchasing of equipment and interacting with
vendors.Ability to safely operate and instruct on equipment such as
a lathe, milling machine, drill press, welding and grinding
equipment.Ability to safely operate and instruct on woodworking
equipment, soldering irons, hand tools. Skill in design,
fabrication and installation of experimental hardware. Time
Management Skills:Ability to work in an environment with frequent
interruptions and multiple requests for service.Ability to set
priorities for scheduling fabrication training and equipment
maintenance to meet the needs of the instructors, project advisors,
faculty, postdoctoral researchers, graduate and undergraduate
students. Knowledge of Safety Requirements and
Regulations:Experience in policies and procedures related to
machine lab safety.Ability to provide clear instruction on the safe
and appropriate use of fabrication equipment.Provide direction on
the operation of equipment to include; fixture, set-up and
operation of equipment. Preferred: Knowledge and experience of
chemistry of mineral acids, their effects on metals and danger
relative to personnel and environment. Degree in Engineering,
Machine Technology, or completion of formal apprenticeship or a
combination of equivalent education and experience. Experience in
waste management and collection in high and low volume
settings.
Conditions of Employment
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe
and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of
this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment
must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Closing Statement
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive
excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age,
protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by
the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce
along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and
identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain
working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable,
and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with
disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact
Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.
Keywords: University of California - Irvine, Irvine , Lab Technician, Professions , Irvine, California
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