Student Lab Technician

Student Lab Technician

Academic Year:
2026-2027

UIW Mission:
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary:
The Student Lab Technician works in a basic science research laboratory, operates lab equipment, performs experimental procedures, and collects and summarizes research data. Responsibilities include assisting or conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of limited complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data for clinical and diagnostic research. The Student Lab Technician reports to professor.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in conducting a variety of scientific experiments and research projects of high complexity, collecting, evaluating, and interpreting data.
• Assists investigator or higher level technician with research studies, experiments and assays including collection of data, preparation of solutions and set-up and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs database queries of historical data and organization of data into spreadsheet for use in research studies.
• Work with other Research Assistants and maintaining an orderly and efficient research environment.
• Assists in the inventory of all reagents, supplies, and other materials in the research area.
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Required Education:
UIW students pursuing a Bachelors degree in a health, basic science, or related field.

Required Work Experience:
None.

Preferred Qualifications:
None.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations:
None.

Work Hours:
20 hours per week, hours vary, depending on lab schedules. Occasional Saturday responsibilities.

Physical Demands:
None.