Research Engineer 2

The Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) is seeking a full-time Senior Engineering Lab Coordinator to join our diverse and dynamic team. This role oversees and coordinates the day-to-day operations of engineering laboratories, providing guidance, technical oversight, and support to faculty and staff engaged in engineering research, design, and implementation. The coordinator assists in the development of laboratory setups and provides formal lab safety instructions to students in direct support of academic programs.

The CCEE Senior Lab Coordinator will provide technical and logistic support for civil engineering teaching and research laboratories. Laboratories to manage include the following labs in Centennial Engineering Building:

1. Dana Wood Materials and Structures Lab
2. Geomechanics and Geotechnical Lab
3. Asphalt Labs
4. Hydraulics Lab

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implement and maintain UNM safety and environmental regulations.
2. Maintain safe, clean, and organized laboratories.
3. Provide technical expertise on safety and use of equipment to students.
4. Maintain supplies and equipment inventories.
5. Order supplies and equipment for laboratory.
6. Oversee maintenance of lab equipment and instruments.
7. Assist in the design and implementation of laboratory experiments.
8. Supervise student personnel working in the laboratories as needed.
9. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a directly related field; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, etc.)
• Knowledge of chemical, hazardous waste, and/or environmental health standards
• Knowledge of laboratory environment, requirements, and standards
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and instruct on safety procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with students, staff, and faculty
• Ability to implement standard protocols for maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments

Application Instructions:

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach a resume and cover letter. Applicants must also provide contact information for three past or present supervisors as references that the hiring official can contact. Finalists should be prepared to provide educational transcripts if selected for hire.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.