Biomedical Engineering Equipment Tech (Temporary)

California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, California 93405 United States  View Map
Posted: Aug 24, 2024
  • Engineering
  • Other
  • Job Description

    Job Summary

    Under general supervision of the Biomedical Engineering Department Chair, this temporary position is responsible for managing and maintaining laboratory spaces and instruments, as well as supporting instructors with lab and student project activities. The incumbent is responsible for protecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing specialized equipment, as well as arranging equipment service visits, and maintaining precise equipment records. This position is responsible to ensure compliance with existing lab safety protocols, conduct safety training for students, and ensure a safe learning and work environment. The incumbent supports the maintenance and operation of specialized or custom equipment, sensors, and research systems to meet the specific needs of educational and research projects and coordinates the usage of shared lab resources between classes and research. The incumbent is responsible for placing equipment orders, handling installations, calibrations, and repairs, and provides guidance to students on lab and equipment use.

    Department technical and instructional support staff in the College of Engineering are part of a broader instructional and equipment support team and work together collaboratively to innovate and develop best practices.

    Department Summary

    The Biomedical Engineering (BMED) Department is an academic department within the College of Engineering. The mission of the Biomedical Engineering Program is to educate our students for careers of service, leadership, and distinction in engineering or other fields by using a participatory, learn by doing, “hands-on” laboratory, projects and design centered approach. The department prepares students for careers in Biomedical Engineering (BMED) and a diversity of other careers offering a Bachelor of Science undergraduate degree that is largely a general approach to biomedical engineering, emphasizing hands-on learning experiences, and core competencies that can serve a wide variety of industries.

    Key Qualifications
    • Ability to design, fabricate, operate, and assemble prototypes and unique equipment, typically one-offs for research applications and independent projects. The scope of these prototypes varies greatly from mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronic, to specialized equipment.
    • Ability to ensure a safe working environment, compliance with university, state, and federal safety guidelines, maintain safety records, and conduct safety inspections.
    • Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
    • Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures
    • Ability to perform engineering calculations to support design and other work, to read and understand wiring schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals, and to safely operate a variety of manufacturing equipment

    Education and Experience
    • Equivalent to two years of journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of scientific or technical equipment in the specialty area to which assigned such as mechanical, electromechanical, electronics or in the specialized category including construction and fabrication and some precision work or requiring trade or craft skills working with a variety of unique materials.
    • Equivalent to two years of semi-skilled experience maintaining and repairing scientific or technical equipment or related experience in the type of equipment to which assigned as part of instructional support activities may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
    • Equivalent to two years of trade school or technical arts training with specialization in the type of equipment repair to which assigned, completion of an apprenticeship program, or completion of a full military specialization in the required type of equipment maintenance and repair for one year of the required experience.

    Salary and Benefits

    Anticipated Hiring Range: $62,000 - $86,000 annually

    Classification Range: $53,064 - $95,976 annually

    Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

    Cal Poly

    Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .

    Diversity Statement

    At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

    Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.

    Supplemental Information

    Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.

    The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

    Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

    Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

    Advertised: Aug 23 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
    Applications close:

    Closing Date/Time:
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • California Polytechnic State University
    • California Polytechnic State University

    About Cal Poly

    Founded in 1901, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is one of five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the U.S., with about 21,000 undergraduate and 900 graduate students. Cal Poly maintains a guiding philosophy of “Learn By Doing” that is reflected in the school’s comprehensive curriculum combining technical and professional training with the arts and humanities. When you graduate from Cal Poly, you won’t just know theory, you will be able to think critically and know how to solve real-world problems. Today, Cal Poly is among the most selective public universities in the United States. Under President Armstrong’s leadership, Cal Poly’s national reputation is growing and, according to payscale.com, the return on investment for graduating students is consistently on par with some of the most prestigious universities in California. Visit www.calpoly.edu to learn more.

    Central to California

    Cal Poly is located in the beautiful Central Coast of California in the city of San Luis Obispo, about halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. This city is nestled in between great wine regions, relaxing beaches, and a small community. Our location gives students access to opportunities for hands-on research in agriculture, wine making, and distinct coastal ecosystems, as well as, close proximity to Southern California and the Bay Area for their tech, industry and the culture hubs. Given California’s status as a world leader in many areas and industries, our students have an opportunity to do work that makes an impact around the globe.

    Committed to Diversity

    We recognize and celebrate the value of the different viewpoints, knowledge, cultures and skills that diverse communities bring to the educational experience. Cal Poly is committed to becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and feel a sense of respect, belonging and personal safety. We’re not just a workplace — we’re a community.

    Highly Ranked

    Cal Poly consistently receives high rankings from major publications. For the past 27 years, we have been named the best public, master's-level university in the West by U.S. News & World ReportForbes also continues to name us the top public masters-level university in California and one of the Top 25 public and private universities in the West. 

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