What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at SLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)?
We are looking for a hands-on Lab Technician to support day-to-day operations in a DDR Server Lab. This role focuses on managing server platforms, building and validating DIMM configurations, performing hardware debugging, and maintaining lab infrastructure. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced lab environment with modern tools, including basic Python and AI-assisted workflows.
Job Title: Laboratory Technician (General)
1Location: Austin, T
XContract Term: 12 month
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Key Responsibilitie
Required Qualification
Preferred Skill
Key Competencie
Job Title: Laboratory Technician (General)
1Location: Austin, T
XContract Term: 12 month
s
Key Responsibilitie
- sManage and maintain server platforms in the lab environmen
- tBuild, configure, and validate DDR DIMM configurations across server system
- sPerform hardware bring-up, system setup, and component installation (CPU, memory, storage
- )Debug and troubleshoot server hardware issues; analyze logs and identify root cause
- sWork with power distribution units (PDUs) for system power control and monitorin
- gMaintain lab inventory, including systems, DIMMs, CPUs, cables, and equipment trackin
- gPerform system rework, upgrades, and component swaps as require
- dSupport lab operations, ensuring systems are operational and available for testin
- gUse basic Python scripting and Linux tools to assist in validation and automation task
- sLeverage AI chatbot tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) for log analysis, scripting assistance, and documentatio
- nDocument configurations, test results, and debug findings clearl
- yCoordinate with engineers and report system status, issues, and risk
Required Qualification
- sAssociate degree (AA/AAS) or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fiel
- d2–5 years of experience in lab technician roles, hardware validation, or server environment
- sHands-on experience with server hardware platforms and system component
- sFamiliarity with DDR memory (DIMMs) and system configuration
- sExperience with system setup, OS installation (Linux/Windows), and basic troubleshootin
- gBasic knowledge of Python scripting or automation tool
- sUnderstanding of hardware debugging concepts and log analysi
- sStrong organizational and problem-solving skill
Preferred Skill
- sExperience with DDR4/DDR5 memory and server platform validatio
- nFamiliarity with BIOS flashing and firmware update tool
- sExperience working with PDUs and lab power management setup
- sAbility to read basic schematics and identify components/signal
- sExperience with lab equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope
- )Exposure to AI tools for improving productivity and debugging workflow
- sStrong inventory management and documentation practice
Key Competencie
- sStrong attention to detail and documentation disciplin
- eAbility to manage multiple systems and tasks efficientl
- ySelf-motivated and capable of working independently in a la
- bEffective communication and teamwor
- kAdaptability and willingness to learn new tools and technologie