Engineering Technician

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking an Engineering Technician to join the Department of Pharmacology. Under direct supervision, the selected candidate performs tasks in maintaining and constructing custom laboratory equipment using standard tools and techniques in mechanics and electronics and performs other laboratory activities and maintenance. The Technician will work on a funded project concerning Motor Skill Learning for the School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology.

**This is a FULL-TIME, CONTRACTUAL position**

BENEFITS (Contractual/C2 Employee):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, personal leave, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Assists with and maintains custom equipment, using standard mechanical workshop tools and procedures.
• Assists in operating a laser cutter, a 3D printer and a variety of hand and power tools or mechanical equipment to build and maintain custom laboratory equipment.
• Assists in using and adapting custom software to run custom laboratory equipment.
• Assists in conducting research on current scientific literature using computerized applications.
• Collects, records, and enters research data.
• Performs general housekeeping of laboratory and laboratory equipment.
• Maintains equipment inventory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School diploma or GED.

Experience: Two years in non-professional technical work in engineering or an allied area.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Salary Range: $46,250 - $48,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience)

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected] . 

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.