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Laboratory Assistant
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Job ID 14062
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Engineering, College of
Category Technical
Job Description

The Wilson Student Team Project Center and Robotics Makerspaces empower the university’s students to seek collaborative solutions to engineering and social challenges. A machine shop, digital fabrication lab, and other facilities that enable hands-on development and fabrication allow students to take calculated risks in applying course theories. The Laboratory Assistant position is responsible for:

  •  Oversight and light maintenance of shop machines including lathes, mills, saws, drill presses, laser cutters, and 3D printers
  •  Providing safety oversight for general use of the facilities
  •  Verifying machine user eligibility using training records
  • Tracking the Center's supplies and equipment
  • Performing cleaning tasks throughout a 20000 sq/ft facility
  • Proactively seeking opportunities to improve safety and cleanliness
Educational Value

Broadens knowledge base through interaction with team members in various disciplines and experience with and around metal shop machinery and digital fabrication equipment.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate must have a safety mindset. They should be committed to creating a vibrant climate of inclusiveness that values diverse individuals, and groups on campus. Experience working in a machine shop or digital fabrication lab is valuable, however any applicant with a strong desire to learn and ensure the safety of their fellow students is encouraged to apply. Candidates must be dependable and possess the ability to work independently within a defined priority structure.

Please note that all new student employees are required to complete the Student Employment Application as well as an I-9 Verification. It is reccomended that all applicants review the Supporting Documention requirements to insure they have them readily available should they be offered the position. 

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour
Hours 6.0 to 15.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date No End Date
Primary Contact Vanessa Korte
Primary Contact's Email vkorte@umich.edu
Supervisor Casey Dixon
Work Location Wilson Student Team Project Center and/or FMCRB North Campus
Phone N/A
Fax N/A