Laboratory Instrumentation Technician (Equipment Repair and Maintenance)

Bryn Mawr College invites applicants for a full-time Laboratory Instrumentation Technician, reporting to the Director of Science Support Services. This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and calibration of analytical instruments and equipment used by the College's science departments and for the instruction of students in the operation of specified analytical instruments. The position administers and oversees the remote temperature monitoring system for the critical refrigerators and freezers in the science departments. The position is also responsible for the receipt and inventory of chemicals and hazardous materials used by the science departments.   

About the Institution: Since its founding in 1885, Bryn Mawr College has been the preeminent college for women interested in the pursuit of wisdom necessary to challenge the world's expectations. With its pioneering American Collegiate Gothic architecture and picturesque landscape, our campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the country. Located less than 15 miles from Philadelphia, and within 2-3 hours of New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, Bryn Mawr’s location offers easy access to public transportation and endless recreation, dining, retail, and cultural activities.  

Classification & Benefits: Bryn Mawr is committed to building and sustaining a campus community where faculty and staff can thrive. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. This full-time staff position has an anticipated schedule of 35 hours per week and is eligible for 22 days of vacation per year, three days personal leave, generous holiday time (including an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), sick leave, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, medical, dental, and vision, retirement, paid parental leave, tuition opportunities, and more. Waiting periods may apply. 

 Characteristic Responsibilities:   

• Oversee the analytical instrumentation in the Science Division.  These duties involve routine maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of, but not limited to, the NMR, chromatography, spectrophotometry and mass spectrometric instruments.  Repairs will involve either in-house service or reaching out to vendors to have the instrument repaired.  Perform annual calibration and repair of the micropipettes in the Science Division. 

• Administer and oversee the remote temperature monitoring system for the critical refrigerators and freezers on campus.  Respond to alarms, during work hours and off hours, as necessary. 

• Manage the Chemical Inventory. This involves receiving all chemicals and bulk solvents into the science building, logging the chemicals into the on-line inventory and delivery of chemicals and supplies to the appropriate laboratories. Removal of empty chemicals from the inventory. 

• Coordinate the service contracts for certain instrumentation and be the point of contact for scheduling on-site visits and repairs.  Interface with outside vendors when necessary for repair and PM to work on instrumentation such as autoclaves, microscopes, centrifuges, refrigerators and freezers. 

• Work with colleagues on receipt of new instrumentation and other equipment, such as refrigerators and freezers, and moving equipment throughout the science building. 

• Assist the College’s Environmental Health and Safety Officer, when necessary, on issues related to laboratory instrument safety and chemical safety. 

• Provide instruction on the use of the instrumentation to faculty, staff, and students. Help with method development as necessary. 

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed.  

Required Qualifications:   

• High School Diploma with technical certification/s in instrumentation, electronics, or a related field plus 3-5 years related work experience is . 

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is preferred.     

• Must have a PA Driver’s license. 

• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks. 

• Please note; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in equipment maintenance roles such as: 

• Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) 

• Medical Equipment Repairer 

• Instrumentation Technician 

• Field Service Engineer (scientific or medical equipment) 

• Service Technician (laboratory equipment) 

• Calibration Technician 

• Background in analytical instrumentation (chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, X-ray diffraction, NMR, etc.) 

• Demonstrated proficiency in the use and troubleshooting of laboratory analytical instrumentation, such as spectroscopy; NMR spectrometer; chromatography & Separation Systems; Gas chromatography (GC) and GC-MS systems; Particle & Molecular Characterization; imaging & microscopy; and X-ray Diffractometer (XRD). Candidates do not need to have experience with every item, but working knowledge and technical proficiency is preferred.  

• Established knowledge of the safe and proper use, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation. 

• Basic knowledge of chemical hazards and reactive dangers. 

• Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred.  

• Experience with 24/7 monitoring systems or on-call responsibilities is preferred.  

• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills. 

• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems, perform precise calibrations, and work with both mechanical and electrical components of equipment. 

• Physical mobility and strength sufficient to access instruments and perform repairs, climb steps and transport chemical containers and supplies. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects and tasks and competing time demands.  Excellent organizational skills are necessary.  

• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals, wear personal protective equipment including protective gloves, clothing, and air purifying respirators. 

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time. 

• Vision sufficient to read computer screen and printed materials, perform instrument repairs and services. 

• Ability to lift to 50 lb. 

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; and 3) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.