Description
This position is in the Biological Sciences Department (BSD), School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM). The incumbent will provide administrative support to faculty, staff and students.
This position involves highly skilled and technical work involving the maintenance of specialized equipment relating to scientific and research activities. This position is also responsible for the design, development, fabrication, purchase, and maintenance of electronic and mechanical equipment, hardware, materials, and systems experimental research in the biology laboratory. The incumbent is responsible for managing the design, construction, testing and documentation for engineering systems within the department of Biological Sciences while providing expertise and experience to principal investigators (PI's) and instructors in the maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Minimum Education and Experience
High school graduation or GED, supplemented by technical training in areas related to the specific research activity, college-level courses in physics, electrical engineering, & related disciplines, or completion of associate degree in electronics; 8 yrs exp in the skilled construction, operation & maintenance of sophisticated electronic equipment, including 3 yrs of exp in scientific research & field operations in the particular branch of technology or science involved; or any equivalent combination of education or exp.
Preferred Education and Experience
- More than the required experience above preferred.
- Experience with specialized scientific equipment.
- Prior experience working in a University environment with specialized scientific equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
70% Building, Equipment Repair and Maintenance: maintains computer systems (Mac's), research and teaching lab equipment, building vacuum and compressed Air, kitchen equipment, water purification systems, cold/warm room maintenance, minus 80 freezer monitoring and set up. Specifies and recommends equipment, systems, components and materials for use.
15% Inventory: maintain unit wide capital and mobile assets inventory. Plans, conducts, and documents tests for assemblies and sub-assemblies to verify that scientific, performance, and integration requirements are met. Surplus old equipment.
10% Departmental Support: building access, system lists management, purchasing, lab start up and close outs of equipment inventory, transfers, and maintenance.
5% Other duties as assigned: tracks and maintains records, systems, procedures, and manual for the operations of systems as build and test records for configurations. This position is considered essential.
Additional Information
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What We Can Offer
UT Dallas aims to attract and retain talented faculty and staff to support the university's mission. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement, life insurance and AD&D coverage. UT Dallas also offers employee wellness programs, tuition assistance, and professional development through their BRIGHT Leaders program and a variety of virtual learning platforms. BRIGHT Leaders aims to support, encourage, and serve as a resource to cultivate and nurture effective leadership at all levels by providing trainings and resources to help all UTD employees grow their leadership skills. Visit our benefits webpage, https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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