Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an amazing opportunity in the Chemistry & Biochemistry Department as a Chemistry Laboratory Technician. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 27 consecutive years.
The Chemistry Laboratory Technician is responsible for supporting instructional and research operations by setting up, operating, testing, calibrating, maintaining, and repairing laboratory equipment and associated computer systems. This position ensures that laboratory spaces are clean, functional, and properly prepared by maintaining work areas, managing supplies, and ensuring equipment readiness. The technician sets up and validates a wide range of laboratory experiments, demonstrations, and procedures in accordance with established protocols, institutional standards, and safety regulations.
In this role, the Chemistry Laboratory Technician assists and instructs faculty and students on the safe and effective use, operation, and care of laboratory equipment, tools, and instructional technologies. The technician provides technical support for faculty and students engaged in instructional laboratories, research activities, capstone projects, and independent studies, helping to troubleshoot issues and ensure projects are conducted safely and efficiently. Additionally, the technician consults with faculty regarding equipment needs, modifications, or adaptations required for demonstrations or instructional purposes, and implements teaching aids and laboratory support materials to enhance the learning experience. Through these responsibilities, the Chemistry Laboratory Technician contributes to a safe, organized, and academically supportive laboratory environment.
Qualified candidates will possess an associate degree or equivalent from an accredited two‑year college or technical school and a minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience. In lieu of the required education, candidates may qualify with three additional years of directly related experience.
In addition to the above requirements, preferred candidates will have experience using and maintaining instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, NMR, IR, UV-vis spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry. Preferred candidates will also exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, a service mindset, and the ability to work independently.
At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for. We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive. Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.
Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.
Pay range is $20.20/hour - $26.45/hour. Pay is competitive. A higher pay may be negotiated based on experience and qualifications.
Rose-Hulman conducts background checks for all prospective employees, including criminal history, education, social media, employment, driving records, and reference checks, where relevant to job duties. The scope depends on the role's responsibilities and Institute necessity. Information from background checks will be used solely to assess a candidate's suitability for employment, ensuring a safe and productive workplace, and will be handled in compliance with federal and state laws.
Applications: Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website, jobs.rose-hulman.edu, will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, [email protected], for questions.
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.
EEO
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
