C24-090 Academic Laboratory Specialist (201421)

School of Engineering, Science and Technology

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join School of Engineering, Science and Technology as an Academic Laboratory Specialist. We seek applicants who can assist with the smooth operation of the department’s teaching and research labs by maintaining equipment and providing the day-to-day technical needs of the school laboratories; demonstrate commitment to multiculturalism and working with a diverse faculty and student body.

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About Central's School of Engineering, Science and Technology

The School of Engineering, Science, and Technology (SEST) serves students from diverse backgrounds, enabling them to become leaders and responsible citizens. The school achieves this by providing high-quality educational experiences in STEM disciplines at the undergraduate and graduate levels through excellent instruction, research, outreach, and innovative programs. The School is a leader in developing cross-disciplinary initiatives that combine and expand the talents of students and faculty across the university. SEST facilities include a new 80,000 square-foot Applied Innovation Hub and AI Lab. Industry partners regularly work with students and faculty in our state-of-the-art labs to engage in applied research and employer-based projects. Our graduates are well-prepared for a multidisciplinary world thanks to a flexible and diverse curriculum, informed through strong employer partnerships, which meets the needs for a well-educated and skilled workforce.

Position Profile

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the School's laboratories and support Electronics, Mechatronics, and Robotics facilities including an inventory of equipment and supplies. The incumbent will ensure a proper maintenance schedule for equipment and prepare laboratories for instructional use, and manage hazardous wastes generated by department research and teaching activities.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

Education:

All Applicants must possess bachelor’s degree in technical field.

Experience and Training:

• Three years of experience in a technical laboratory, technical education, or research work in the assigned discipline or field.
  • Electronics, electrical, electromechanical, mechatronics, computer hardware, and robotics.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and make responsible fiscal and safety decisions.

Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may be considered.

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

• Additional technical experience in a laboratory involving operation and maintenance of Electronics, Mechatronics, and Robotics equipment.
• Supervisory experience of laboratory personnel.
• Create and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules based on equipment history and manufacturer-recommended intervals to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure reliable operation of electronic systems, control systems, and electrical machinery by completing preventive maintenance, following technical diagrams, operations manuals, and engineering specifications in line with established PM schedules.
• Identify sources of malfunctions by observing equipment operation, using precision measuring and testing instruments to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Set up and operate various equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, motors, PLCs, machine vision, and industrial robots, to diagnose, repair, and fabricate parts as needed.

To Apply

To begin the application process, electronically submit the following documents. Extended to February 27, 2025.

• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
• Current Résumé
• Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Dr.Ravindra Thamma, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-3516 or thammarav@ccsu.edu.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Academic Laboratory Specialist is compensated at the Administrator III salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement. For more information

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits. Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information

As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.