Electronics Lab Specialist - Engineering

Position Details

Position Details

Job Title

Electronic Lab Specialist

Position Number

8102288

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Campus

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name

ENGINEERING

Location Code

COLLEGE OF A&S - LSC (02100A)

Is this split and / or fully grant funded?

Duties and Responsibilities

1) Oversee, maintain, and support Combined Capstone, Computer Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering Labs

a. Attend training for, understand, and enforce OSHA-related lab standards

b. Conduct monthly safety inspection of all Flex Lab and Cuneo facilities

c. Be available during computer engineering and biomedical engineering courses to help with computer HW / SW related issues, including the setup of lab experiments

d. Administer safety training to all Engineering students annually

e. Maintain orderly labs and work with students to keep lab space neat and clean

2) Maintain, preserve, and support all Engineering computers and large equipment

a. Computers

i. Be a liaison between Engineering and ITS

ii. Ensure functionality of all software through testing

iii. Ensure the correct software is installed on the appropriate computers for all Engineering courses

iv. Ensure all software works with intended hardware or operating system

b. 3D Printer and Cleaning Station

i. Maintain printer and cleaning station; debug any support issues

ii. Be a liaison between Engineering and Haldeman Homme technician

iii. Manage the 3D printing of all student / faculty-related projects

c. Laser Cutter

i. Maintain laser cutter and debug any support issues

ii. Be a liaison between Engineering and Haldeman Homme technician

iii. Manage the production of all student / faculty-related projects

d. Milling Machine

i. Maintain milling machine and debug any support issues

ii. Be a liaison between Engineering and Haldeman Homme technician

iii. Manage the production of all student / faculty-related projects

e. Material Testing System

i. Maintain material testing system and debug any support issues

ii. Be a liaison between Engineering and MTS technician

3) Support Engineering faculty to

a. Keep preventative maintenance schedules for all Engineering equipment

b. Create, maintain, and preserve inventories for computer equipment, Engineering equipment, tools, materials, and components

c. Manage the ordering of lab tools, equipment, and components

d. Be a liaison between Engineering and ITS for visual / audio tools in Engineering classrooms, especially for annual image deployment

4) Maintain student outcome assessment software system for assessment of ABET Student Outcomes

a. Upload and create reports for new student assignments and rubrics each semester, so the faculty can assess Student Outcomes at end of each semester.

b. Be a liaison between Engineering and Digication, and between Engineering and ITS forDigication issues

5) Other responsibilities, as needed

Minimum Education and / or Work Experience

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology

5 years' experience as a laboratory technician

Qualifications

5 years experience as a laboratory technician preferred

Certificates / Credentials / Licenses

Associate Degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent education

Computer Skills

Previous experience in networking administration and / or computer programming.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Required operation of university owned vehicles

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands

Carrying

Working Conditions

None

Open Date

10 / 04 / 2024

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

40.00 / hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

32.00 / hr

Special Instructions to Applicants

About Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate / professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here .

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

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