Laboratory Engineer

The Department of Chemistry at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is seeking an Electronics Laboratory Engineer to support teaching and research laboratories through hands-on development, maintenance, and operation of electronic instrumentation.

This is a practical engineering role combining electronics design, laboratory support, and close collaboration with academic staff and students.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, upgrade, and improve experimental setups involving electronic instrumentation for teaching and research laboratories.
• Perform ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of electronic and scientific equipment used in teaching and research labs.
• Design, develop, and build electronic instruments and systems for educational and research purposes, in coordination with the faculty workshop.
• Manage procurement of electronic equipment, including inventory control, ordering, inspection, and testing of equipment before and after laboratory experiments.
• Provide professional consultation and technical support to academic staff regarding the selection and purchase of electronic equipment.
• Train and guide faculty members and students in the proper use of electronic instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements within laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering (required); a Master’s degree is an advantage.
• At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic and scientific instrumentation.
• Experience in instructional or training activities is an advantage.