Job Description

Position Summary

The SBCE Student Laborer provides operational, laboratory, and event support for the School of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering. Responsibilities include organizing instructional laboratories, assisting with equipment setup and maintenance, conducting equipment and asset inventories, processing excess and surplus equipment documentation (EACRs), supporting departmental events, and performing general facilities-related tasks to ensure laboratories, classrooms, and shared spaces are safe, organized, and ready for instructional and research activities.

Full Consideration Date

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by 6/15/2026 for full consideration. This posting may remain open until an adequate pool of qualified candidates has been established.

Signing Bonus (if applicable)

Not Applicable.

Brief Work Unit Description

The School of Biomedical and Chemical Engineering (SBCE) is part of the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at Colorado State University. SBCE supports undergraduate and graduate education, research, and outreach in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, and related disciplines. The department maintains instructional laboratories, research facilities, student design spaces, and specialized equipment that support hands-on learning and innovation.

Essential Job Duties (5 Maximum)

Laboratory Organization and Preparation

• Organize instructional laboratory spaces and prepare equipment, supplies, and materials for classes, demonstrations, and student projects.

• Assist with laboratory clean-up and reset activities following instructional use.

Equipment Inventory and Asset Management

• Conduct inventories of laboratory equipment, tools, furniture, and supplies.

• Assist with identifying surplus equipment and preparing Excess and Cannibalization Request (EACR) documentation.

Equipment Setup, Maintenance, and Support

• Assemble, install, relocate, and service instructional and laboratory equipment under supervision.

• Assist faculty and staff with equipment troubleshooting, calibration, and operational readiness.

Departmental Event and Project Support

• Support departmental events, including setup and teardown of poster boards, displays, tables, and equipment for conferences, design expos, AIChE events, recruiting activities, and other departmental functions.

General Operational Support

• Perform miscellaneous duties related to facilities, storage areas, classrooms, laboratories, and departmental operations to support the ongoing instructional, research, and outreach missions of SBCE.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be enrolled as a student at Colorado State University during employment.

• Must be able to lift and move equipment, supplies, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be able to work in laboratory, classroom, office, and storage environments.

• Must comply with all university, departmental, laboratory, and safety policies and procedures.

• Must maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

• May be required to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends to support departmental events.

Supervision

This position reports to the SBCE Operations Manager or designee and may receive day-to-day direction from departmental staff, faculty, laboratory personnel, and facilities coordinators.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Colorado State University student in good academic standing.

• Ability to perform basic physical tasks including lifting, carrying, moving, and assembling equipment and materials.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in laboratory, engineering, facilities, warehouse, maintenance, or technical support environments.

• Familiarity with hand tools and basic equipment assembly.

• Experience conducting inventories or managing equipment and supplies.

• Experience supporting events, conferences, or student organizations.

• Coursework or experience in engineering, science, technology, facilities management, or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated reliability and strong customer service skills.

Salary Range

18.00/hour

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.