Science Resource Technician

The Science Resource Technician plays a critical role in the training, maintenance, and repair of a suite of microscopes. This hands-on position provides direct support for an increasingly diverse Bates College community utilizing excellent customer service skills. The Science Resource Technician provides support for faculty and student research utilizing scanning electron, confocal, and widefield microscopes.

The Science Resource Technician is responsible for the care of all plants, ranging from cacti to tropical, for the Sciences and is committed to programs of excellence in laboratory plant management practices used in Bates College research endeavors. The Technician also serves as a back-up to the Vivarium Coordinator, maintaining the physical environment of the research animal care facility and performing tasks related to the health and care of all vertebrate animals.

This position oversees student workers to ensure proper care of all plants used in research.