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The Estrela Lab in the department of Nutrition at Texas A&M University is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a newly established research group. We study how microbial interactions and environmental factors shape the structure and function of microbial communities, with a focus on the human gut microbiome. The Laboratory Technician will play a key role in organizing and supporting the lab as it grows, maintaining laboratory equipment and compliance, and assisting with experimental work. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys learning new protocols, is comfortable with lab equipment, and values a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Key responsibilities: - Maintain lab inventory and order supplies and parts as needed - Ensures lab biosafety and chemical safety compliance - Assemble, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment and lab computers - Maintain an organized and well-documented inventory of biological samples - Communicate with vendors for supplies purcha...Laboratory Technician, Technician, Laboratory, Microbiology, Chemistry, Research, Healthcare