Kennesaw State University · 7 hours ago
CACM Senior Lab Technician
Kennesaw, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expKennesaw State University is one of the largest public institutions in the country, dedicated to transforming lives through academic excellence and innovative research. The Senior Lab Technician provides advanced technical services and guidance in a research and student success setting, maintaining laboratory equipment and supporting the instructional mission of the college.
Education
Responsibilities
Maintains and repairs lab equipment, including higher level research equipment, and maintains associated records
Prepares lab equipment for lab-based and lab-related courses and purchases parts and/or components for machines and/or equipment
Prepares and oversees the correct operation of research lab equipment
Trains faculty, staff, and students in proper usage and maintenance of equipment
Assists students and faculty with advanced fabrication of components, lab projects, student projects, test specimens, research parts, etc
Provides guidance regarding safe equipment operation and implementation of laboratory procedures
Prepares and maintains training documentation for end users
Responsible for ensuring students receive proper training and follow best safe practices in accordance with appropriate standards and regulations
Provides support to the college with maintenance by fabricating and repairing university equipment, including advanced research equipment
Provides advanced support to the assigned college by performing department-related tasks (i.e., equipment set up, material handling and distribution)
Procures equipment, components, and materials needed for fabrication, assembly, and/or repair of laboratory systems
Manages and ensures appropriate inventory levels of parts, supplies, and/or equipment needed
Develops and ensures the use of set guidelines and practices for general laboratory organization and cleanliness, and shop guides for student use
Assists in the oversight and training of assigned staff and/or student assistants responsible for the execution of projects related to lab organization, operations systematic inspection, detection, and correction of incipient failures of mechanical and electrical equipment, including advanced research equipment
Qualification
Required
Associate's, technical, vocational, or related degree and/or certificate from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Three (3) years directly relevant experience
Preferred
Certificate in an engineering technology field
SolidWorks CSWA Certification
Safety Certification
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Previous experience working with customers and/or in higher education
Previous experience working with robotic arms and CNC equipment
Previous related industrial experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
13 paid holidays
Vacation
Generous retirement plans
Tuition waiver
Wellness options
And much more!
Company
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw State University is a public, coeducational, comprehensive university located in Kennesaw, Georgia
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.31MKey Investors
National Cemetery Administration
2024-06-17Grant· $0.31M
2022-03-02Grant
Leadership Team
Anna Bilyeu
Educational Technology Specialist/Project Lead with KSU iTeach
Steven Smalt
Accounting Professor
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