Departmental Laboratory Technician

About the role

The Department of Biology, Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University is seeking a Departmental Laboratory Technician. This position supports the upcoming Biomedical Sciences degree program starting in the fall of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety support for employees and students
• Prepare and set up weekly laboratory experiments
• Facilitate in-class demonstrations (as necessary)
• Maintain laboratory inventories for chemistry and biology, including documenting hazardous waste use and waste disposal
• Support outreach activities in both biology and chemistry

Requirements

• B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or a closely related field, where the degree must be complete before a candidate’s starting date
• Experience in a laboratory environment
• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a scientific laboratory setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Excellent computer and laboratory skills
• Knowledge of chemical hygiene plans, biohazard safety, and waste disposal
• Experience working in a teaching laboratory setting
• Proficiency with a variety of instrumentation
• Experience with electronics laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of current OSHA and EPA regulations

Physical Requirements

• The position may require carrying electronic equipment and moving lab equipment to organize or set up new labs
• Must lift over 50 lbs

Working Conditions

• This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position
• Regular working hours are from 8 am to 5 pm and may require occasional work after 5 pm, with advance notice, depending on lab or project needs