Fabrication Lab Lead Assistant - School of Architecture and Planning at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req36375

Working Title:
Fabrication Lab Lead Assistant - School of Architecture and Planning

Position Summary:
The School of Architecture and Planning is seeking applications for Fab Lab Lead Assistants. Under the direct supervision and mentorship of the Fabrication Lab Manager, Fab Lab Lead Assistants will be involved in a wide range of projects with varying levels of complexity. Fab Lab Lead Assistants will support the Fab Lab Coordinator and Fab Lab Manager in oversight of the Fab Lab during all open hours. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: guiding the work of student and faculty users; training faculty and students on the use of tools and machinery; cleaning and maintaining order in the Lab; ensuring that Fabrication Lab Assistants are following Lab protocols; assisting or leading special projects related to the Lab or Pearl Hall facility; and reporting problems to Fab Lab management.

Additional responsibilities will include the ability to move and lift objects up to 30lbs, operating and performing maintenance on analog tools and equipment in the woodshop and metal shop, as well as digital fabrication equipment such as laser cutters, CNC routers, CNC plasma cutters, 3D printers and associated software/programs. All applicants must have the capacity to maintain a safe and professional attitude. The successful candidate will be required to complete all required safety and equipment trainings.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department:
School of Architecture & Planning (ABM)

Employment Type:
Student Employment

Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay:
$16.00 - $18.50 Hourly

For Best Consideration Date:
4/28/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
REQUIRED APPLICATION ITEMS: For a complete application, attach the following documents in UNM Jobs in PDF format1)Cover letter stating interest in and qualifications for the Fab Lab Lead Assistant position2)Current resume3)Portfolio as a PDF document that showcases design / fabrication experience and projectsa.Alternatively, provide a link to an online portfolioMinimum Qualifications: Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.