Laboratory & Research Specialist II – Instrumentation & Laboratory Systems

William & Mary · Mary · $28/hr (stated in the posting)

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• Demonstrated hands-on experience maintaining, repairing, installing, or troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, laboratory, industrial, or other technical equipment.
• Ability to diagnose technical problems and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

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Experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Scientific or research instrumentation.
• High-vacuum or ultra-high-vacuum systems.
• Vacuum pumps, compressors, or pneumatic systems.
• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting.
• Gas handling and laboratory utility systems.
• Mechanical fabrication, machining, or equipment modification.
• Reading technical documentation, schematics, or mechanical drawings.
• Supporting equipment in research, industry, manufacturing, military, or similar technical environment.

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• This is a non-exempt position, which may be eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve-month period beginning May 1 each year.
• Ability to work safely in laboratory and research environments and comply with applicable university and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ability to perform hands-on work with scientific and laboratory equipment, including work that may require standing, bending, reaching, lifting or moving equipment and components, and using hand tools.
• Ability to work in laboratory environments involving mechanical equipment, electrical systems, vacuum systems, compressed gases, pumps, and related research infrastructure.
• Must be able to complete required university and laboratory safety training.
• Work schedule will be coordinated with ARC operational needs and may occasionally require flexibility to support equipment installation, maintenance, repair, or vendor/service activities.
• Compensation: $28.00 per hr.

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• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on scientific instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and associated support systems.
• Assist with installation, relocation, modification, and commissioning of laboratory and research equipment.
• Support mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, compressed gas, cooling, and related laboratory systems.
• Fabricate, modify, or repair laboratory fixtures, components, and equipment as needed.
• Coordinate and interact with equipment manufacturers, vendors, contractors, and service personnel during maintenance, repairs, installations, and other technical activities.
• Assist ARC staff, faculty, students, and researchers with technical aspects of laboratory equipment and research projects.
• Maintain appropriate equipment, maintenance, and technical documentation.
• Support laboratory safety, organization, and general operations.
• Perform other technical and operational activities necessary to support the research and teaching mission of the ARC.

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Remote Work Disclaimer: Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. 

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