Research Tech 1 - Chemical Engineering

About the role

Provides assistance and expertise in various areas of research such as calibration of instrumentation, equipment maintenance and repair, preparation of samples for testing, monitoring of safety equipment and procedures, development and fabrication of prototype equipment, recording of test results, and basic analyses of data. Ensures experiments are performed according to specification. May make practical technical recommendations to changes in procedures, equipment, or prototype design.

Responsibilities

• Calibration of instrumentation
• Equipment maintenance and repair
• Preparation of samples for testing
• Monitoring of safety equipment and procedures
• Development and fabrication of prototype equipment
• Recording of test results
• Basic analyses of data
• Performing simple and repetitive tasks
• Assisting in advanced functions as part of training
• Referring questions and problems to higher levels

Requirements

• High School Diploma with 1 year of experience
• Education may be considered in lieu of experience

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.