Makerspace Specialist

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Makerspace Specialist to provide expertise in a designated area of creative making while supporting the operation of Baylor Libraries' Makerspace. This position serves as a subject matter expert for faculty, students, staff, and community partners within a specific technical discipline, developing instructional content, consultation services, and curricular collaborations. The Makerspace Specialist works with the Makerspace Manager to design and implement training programs, operational systems, and strategic initiatives that advance experiential learning and creative making across the university.

A Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant work experience are required. A Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant work experience are preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Develop and promote the Makerspace, fostering a vibrant user community through training, workshops, events, and general open hours for exploration and practice

• Recruit, train, mentor, and direct a student employee team, developing technical competencies, safety practices, and customer-service standards consistent with Makerspace operations

• Assist the Makerspace Manager with course collaborations, community events, and special projects, particularly for projects in domain(s) of specialization

• Ensure that spaces within the Makerspace are reserved, consumables available, equipment operational, and spaces set up for course collaborations, workshops, and events

• Develop and manage operational systems supporting training, inventory, equipment maintenance, and user access

• Evaluate technologies, vendors, and workflows to improve efficiency, safety, and service quality. Process orders of consumables (weekly) and capital (yearly) purchases

• Collaborate with the Makerspace Manager, Studio Coordinator, and EHS office to ensure that student workers are appropriately trained and that there is parity between the maker and media student teams

• Research emerging technologies, fabrication methods, and instructional approaches, making recommendations regarding future Makerspace services, equipment acquisitions, and strategic initiatives

• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission

• Ability to comply with university policies

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!