Lab Technician Position
The Department of Control & Instrumentation Engineering at the King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) invites applications for Lab Technician position. The department is particularly interested in candidates with the following qualifications:
- B.S./Tech. Diploma in Control & Instrumentation Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering
- Minimum two-year experience working in scientific research laboratory
- Capable of troubleshooting electronic parts and equipment
- Certified courses in health and safety; and preventive measures
- Strong analytical and team-working skills
- In-depth knowledge of potentially hazardous substances and their control
- Working knowledge in MS Office tools.
- Strong interpersonal skills with positive behavior
The main responsibilities of the Lab Technician are as follows:
- Conduct and assist in scientific experiments and investigations Responsible for operating lab equipment
- Proper handling of lab-based tests on a variety of chemicals, materials or products
- Design and perform experiments
- Maintenance of lab equipment and Maintain quality control
- Troubleshoot electrical, instruments and electronic equipment
- To develop and implement research ideas
- Exercise good housekeeping, including replenishing supplies, cleaning bench area, checking and ensure lab ware cleanliness and readiness for use
- Collect, prepare and analyze test samples
- Record the analyzed data and present the results
- Write reports, summaries, reviews and present findings to the senior scientists
- Maintain, calibrate and clean the equipment to sterility
- Carry out risk assessments for experimentation
- Organize all chemicals, fluids and compressed gases according to safety instructions