Lab Manager

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Northeastern University · Boston

Full-timeOn-siteToday

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JOB SUMMARY: The Electronic Lab Manager supports the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) Department by ensuring the safe, effective, and reliable operation of electronic teaching and research laboratories. This fully in-person position provides hands-on technical expertise in electronics assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and instrumentation; supports undergraduate laboratory courses and Capstone design projects; enforces laboratory safety and compliance; and collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and students to maintain high-quality instructional and research environments. Because the role involves direct interaction with laboratory equipment, real-time troubleshooting, safety oversight, and on-site student and faculty support, all duties are performed on campus. The position requires a strong commitment to laboratory safety, technical accuracy, student mentorship, and cross-lab coordination in a fast-paced, hands-on academic environment.

Requirements

A minimum of 10 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required

Vocational training or technical certification in electrical controls or a similar area is preferred

Programming experience including Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and some circuit design and sensor selection

Proficiency with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Ability to train, instruct, and mentor students and teaching assistants

Ability to fabricate samples for mechanical and electrical testing

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical testing equipment

Knowledge of power supplies and their safe operation

Ability to work and coordinate with relevant offices including Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Facilities, and Risk Management

Must have flexibility to work occasional evenings or Saturdays

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Electronic Laboratory Operations & Technical Support Ensure electronic equipment, instrumentation, and experimental systems are properly assembled, configured, tested, and maintained to support teaching and research activities.

Work safely with, in, and around electrical and electronic equipment

Assemble, install, and repair equipment or components requiring wiring, soldering, and electrical connections

Perform technical tasks and tests, including configuring, operating, and adjusting electronic test equipment

Record, document, and report test data in support of teaching laboratory needs

Conduct circuit troubleshooting on electronic devices and experimental systems

Troubleshoot, modify, and adjust electronic and experimental circuitry prototypes, resolving practical and technical issues

Follow specific instructions for the assembly, construction, servicing, and repair of lab instruments and equipment

Student Support, Instructional Assistance & Capstone Oversight (20%) Support student learning and project execution through hands-on assistance, mentoring, and oversight in electronic-based coursework and design projects.

Support and, when needed, oversee student work in MEIE Capstone Design courses, particularly in the construction and testing of electronic assemblies

Teaching Laboratory Support, Safety & Curriculum Development (20%) Ensure undergraduate teaching laboratories operate safely, effectively, and in alignment with curricular goals.

Support undergraduate laboratory classes by: Preparing samples and lab setups Solving technical and equipment-related problems Training and supervising teaching assistants

Assist faculty in the development of new laboratory experiments and instructional activities

Coordinate new equipment acquisition, installation, and commissioning for teaching labs

Order laboratory supplies and maintain appropriate inventory

Ensure safe laboratory environments and practices, including compliance with departmental and university safety standards

Faculty Research & Shared Laboratory Support Provide technical electronics support to faculty research labs and shared laboratory facilities as needed.

Solve electronics and equipment issues in faculty research laboratories

Advise researchers on sensor selection, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation challenges

Maintain and service shared laboratory equipment used for research

Train graduate researchers on the proper and safe use of shared electronic equipment and systems

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