Laboratory Specialist | College of Arts and Sciences

Position Summary

Job Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of analytical instruments (e.g., FTIR, UV–Vis, Fluorescence Spectroscopy, HPLC, GC–MS, IC, ICP, AA, BET, TGA, and others).
• Assist faculty, researchers, and students with instrument operation; provide hands-on training, demonstrations, and user guidance.
• Develop and optimize analytical methods and protocols to support teaching and research.
• Ensure accurate data acquisition, processing, and recordkeeping.
• Recommend and coordinate the procurement, installation, and validation of new instruments.
• Maintain inventory records and service logs for all departmental instruments.
• Ensure compliance with institutional safety and environmental regulations; participate in safety training and audits.
• Collaborate with faculty and laboratory staff to support instructional and research needs.

Qualifications And Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific field required; a Master’s degree is referred.
• Minimum of five years of hands-on experience operating and maintaining analytical and spectroscopic instruments in academic or research laboratories.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory management systems and safety documentation.
• Experience coordinating with vendors for maintenance and service contracts.
• Expertise in operating, maintaining, and calibrating major analytical instruments (FTIR, UV–Vis, HPLC, GC–MS, etc.).
• Proficiency in data analysis and instrument control software.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and documentation.
• Ability to train and support users on diverse instrument platforms.

How To Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the form.
• AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.