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ACADEMIC AFFAIRS ANNOUNCES AN OPENING IN STEM
POSITION: Laboratory Support Specialist, Engineering
Description of Duties:
Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of Engineering/Engineering Technology Laboratory operations, including but not limited to: stockroom, laboratory prep, prep room and equipment. Prepare, replenish and store supplies and equipment needed for laboratory sessions. Maintain inventory of supplies/equipment and order necessary laboratory supplies/equipment. Organize laboratory supplies in the appropriate storage areas. Assist in the maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment. Assist instructors and students with experimental procedures and equipment utilization and/or replacement during laboratory sessions. Assist in the development of laboratory documents, experiments and classroom demonstrations. Operate FDM and SLA 3D printers, 3D scanners, and other laboratory equipment. Maintain the Engineering/Engineering Technology computers. Collaborate with Engineering/Engineering Technology faculty and staff regarding lab needs. Assist faculty with lecture presentations, concept demonstrations and multimedia applications. Provide tutoring support for students in Engineering/Engineering Technology courses. Assist with off-campus school activities relating to the Engineering/Engineering Technology activities. Adhere to health and safety regulations related to Engineering/Engineering Technology labs, to include the removal of hazardous waste. Stay abreast of related State and Federal guidelines. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's Degree or equivalent in related discipline. One (1) year experience working in an Engineering and/or Engineering Technology laboratory or related area. Technical skills necessary to assist in the set-up and execution of classroom experiments. Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficiency with computers including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), SOLIDWORKS, 3D printer slicing software, and 3D scanning and meshing software. Ability to perform complex computations using mathematical formulas requiring an understanding of algebra and/or geometry. Creative and analytical problem-solving skills. Manual dexterity sufficient to properly use tools including but not limited to: basic hand tools, power tools, solvents and abrasives, soldering equipment, multimeters, and oscilloscopes. Moderate lifting up to 35 lbs. and moderate carrying up to 35 lbs. required. Ability to reach above shoulder. Periods of time spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending and stooping.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience working in an institution of higher education preferably in an Engineering/Engineering Technology laboratory environment. Working knowledge of Engineering/Engineering Technology instrumentation and equipment.
Application Deadline: November 12, 2026
Please submit application materials as requested. The original signed Rose State College application form and unofficial degree conferring transcripts must be received by this office for formal consideration; however, should an offer of employment be extended, official transcripts are required.
Candidate selected will serve a probationary period.
All finalists may be subject to a background check and/or drug test.
(Posted on November 5, 2026)
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Rose State College's Annual Security Report, including VAWA disclosures, is located at https://rose.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Rose-State-College-Annual-Security-Fire-Safety-Report-2026-Edition.pdf.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with the American with Disability Act, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided upon written request.
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