Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University
Instructional Support Technician III
Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Position Summary
San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented
Instructional Support Technician III
to support the Sciences and Engineering Laboratories. The successful candidate will manage complex scientific instrumentation, assist faculty and students in laboratory instruction and research, and ensure safe, efficient operation of lab facilities. Key Responsibilities
Maintain, calibrate, and repair advanced laboratory instruments (e.g., LC-MS, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Raman). Support faculty, lecturers, and students in using analytical equipment and interpreting data. Design and assist with laboratory experiments and instructional activities. Coordinate facility operations, laboratory projects, and equipment inventory. Serve as a safety liaison, ensuring compliance with university and environmental health standards. Position Information
This is a full‑time (1.0 time‑based), benefits‑eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Brawley, CA, approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus. The individual hired in this role will work on campus at SDSU in Brawley, CA. Key Qualifications
Experience with management, maintenance, and operational support of various scientific instrumentations. Experience assigned to a laboratory or other instructional area, responsible for use of the facilities and providing all the support services for the classes or individuals using the area. Issues, stores, orders and inventories materials, supplies and equipment and are expected to use knowledge of the discipline to evaluate suitability, or substitutions in emergencies. Experience operating and providing faculty and students with assistance in interpreting results from scientific equipment. Experience maintaining extensive bacteriologic collections; builds or constructs models as teaching aids. Experience with schedules and plans center or equipment utilization; collection of common and rare specimens to match course needs. MS or PhD in Chemistry, Engineering, Biochemistry, or related discipline with a knowledge of principles of providing support services; knowledge of the common principles, methods, and techniques related to the disciplines; knowledge of materials, supplies and equipment and their uses related to the disciplines is preferred. Three years of experience of using major instruments, providing instructional support services, producing materials or supplies, or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the areas to which they are assigned, i.e., chemistry, engineering, or biochemistry is preferred. Knowledge of discipline particularly in recognizing the commonality between services required for various courses and for developing systems for maximizing facilities and equipment. Compensation And Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Supplemental Information
Apply by October 26, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.
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San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented
Instructional Support Technician III
to support the Sciences and Engineering Laboratories. The successful candidate will manage complex scientific instrumentation, assist faculty and students in laboratory instruction and research, and ensure safe, efficient operation of lab facilities. Key Responsibilities
Maintain, calibrate, and repair advanced laboratory instruments (e.g., LC-MS, GC-MS, FT-IR, UV-Vis, Raman). Support faculty, lecturers, and students in using analytical equipment and interpreting data. Design and assist with laboratory experiments and instructional activities. Coordinate facility operations, laboratory projects, and equipment inventory. Serve as a safety liaison, ensuring compliance with university and environmental health standards. Position Information
This is a full‑time (1.0 time‑based), benefits‑eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated non‑exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Brawley, CA, approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus. The individual hired in this role will work on campus at SDSU in Brawley, CA. Key Qualifications
Experience with management, maintenance, and operational support of various scientific instrumentations. Experience assigned to a laboratory or other instructional area, responsible for use of the facilities and providing all the support services for the classes or individuals using the area. Issues, stores, orders and inventories materials, supplies and equipment and are expected to use knowledge of the discipline to evaluate suitability, or substitutions in emergencies. Experience operating and providing faculty and students with assistance in interpreting results from scientific equipment. Experience maintaining extensive bacteriologic collections; builds or constructs models as teaching aids. Experience with schedules and plans center or equipment utilization; collection of common and rare specimens to match course needs. MS or PhD in Chemistry, Engineering, Biochemistry, or related discipline with a knowledge of principles of providing support services; knowledge of the common principles, methods, and techniques related to the disciplines; knowledge of materials, supplies and equipment and their uses related to the disciplines is preferred. Three years of experience of using major instruments, providing instructional support services, producing materials or supplies, or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the areas to which they are assigned, i.e., chemistry, engineering, or biochemistry is preferred. Knowledge of discipline particularly in recognizing the commonality between services required for various courses and for developing systems for maximizing facilities and equipment. Compensation And Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Supplemental Information
Apply by October 26, 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as‑needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.
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