Fab Lab Coordinator
LOCATION
Arlington, Texas, hybrid eligible with one remote day per week.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field with two years of experience; proficiency in three or more creative technologies such as 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, and Digital Imaging.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilitate daily operations in the FabLab, provide customer support, instruct users on technology use, conduct inventory, oversee student employees, and engage in outreach activities.
INDUSTRY
Higher Education - Library Services
SHORT DESCRIPTION
The Fab Lab Coordinator will lead daily operations of the Libraries’ FabLab and assist in providing creative technology services, ensuring a positive user experience.
Posting Details
- Hybrid eligible, one (1) remote day per week.
- Flexibility is required to ensure the department is appropriately staffed in order to satisfy all service needs.
- Professional development, conferences, and training may require travel and/or overnight accommodations.
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Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
- Provides front line support to facilitate access to and operation of the creative technologies within the department.
- Instructs users on proper use of tools while ensuring a positive customer experience throughout their visit.
- Conducts inventory and reports any space or maintenance needs.
- Serves as a backup for student employees to ensure adequate staffing of the space and services.
- Collaborates with Creative Spaces and Services leadership to train, supervise, and evaluate numerous student employees within the department.
- Oversees effective scheduling of student employees throughout each semester for the designated service area.
- Assists with leading outreach and instruction activities for the Creative Spaces and Services department (eg: tours, tabling events, workshops, etc.).
- Engages in cross-departmental strategic, communication and functional task forces within University Libraries.
- Performs other duties assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field with two (2) years related experience.
- Experience with three (3) or more of the following creative technologies:
- 3D Printing, 3D Scanning, Laser Cutting, CNC Routing, Plasma Cutting, Electronics, Textiles, Machine Shop Equipment, Digital Imaging, Video Editing, Sound Design, Motion Capture, Photography, Video Game Design/Development.
- Three (3) years of related experience with one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- One (1) year of experience managing and/or working in a makerspace or digital fabrication lab.
- Previous teaching experience, demonstrating the use of multiple teaching methodologies.
- Experience with current and emerging technologies and their applications in academic libraries and how knowledge of how they apply across disciplines.
- Experience designing instructional/informational materials, both in print and online.
- Experience with outreach and marketing services to students and faculty.
- Advanced software skills, including proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling software, and other CAD/CAM tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with people of different backgrounds in a team-based environment.
- Professional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive/SharePoint, and other common office software.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- None/less than 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 or more years
- * How many years of related experience do you have?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- * Do you have experience with three (3) or more of the following creative technologies: 3D Printing, 3D Scanning, Laser Cutting, CNC Routing, Plasma Cutting, Electronics, Textiles, Machine Shop Equipment, Digital Imaging, Video Editing, Sound Design, Motion Capture, Photography, Video Game Design/Development ?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed To Apply
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
- Other Document(s)
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