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The candidate will independently perform complex laboratory tasks, including planning and conducting of complete projects of limited scope and or a portion of a larger and more diverse project led by UR PIs. Candidate must have a working knowledge of state-of-the-art scanning electron microscopes (SEM), electron spectroscopy (i.e. EDS), focused ion beam (FIB) preparation of samples, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), physical vapor deposition tools, reactive ion (plasma) processing, wafer scale silicon and associated oxide processing, soft/hard contact lithography and wet chemical processing. Details of related vacuum systems and associated mechanical designs should be appreciated and understood. The candidate will be required to work in an environmentally controlled area (cleanroom) for long periods of time. The candidate will be able to work for competing industrial and university researchers while maintaining confidentiality of processes and concepts between groups.
Job Responsibility:
Provides technical operations, directs research and training, and leads efforts to advance highly specialized scientific equipment and facilities within the University of Rochester Integrated Nanosystems Center
Independently perform complex laboratory tasks, including planning and conducting of complete projects of limited scope and or a portion of a larger and more diverse project led by UR PIs
Interface as a primary trainer and mentor for complex laboratory processes for students (undergrad and graduate), faculty, staff and corporate users
Have both classroom and laboratory teaching duties related to microscopy and nanotechnology
Provides engineering services in support of engineering and physical science research activities, encompassing sample characterization, mechanical, electrical, computer, or electronic design, systems analysis, feasibility analysis, instrumentation design, etc., the solution of engineering problems, the development of engineering projects and the supervision of fabrication
Works independently with only occasional suggestions in modifying, varying or adapting standard laboratory procedures to meet special needs of research projects
Performs analyses and scientific data reductions by using standard methods and develops modifications of standard methods to meet special situations
Searches literature for reference to technical problems involved in research projects
writes standard operating procedures (SOPs)
prepares charts, graphs and tables
and assists in the preparation of materials for publication
Operates laboratory and experimental testing equipment and apparatus such as cleanroom processing tools, vacuum systems, electron microscopes and the like
Conducts regular training classes and certification classes for user facility members
Presents facility summaries at user group meetings
Teaches laboratory techniques and instrumentation procedures to students, faculty and technical support staff, and counsels them on technical problems
Supervises lower classified engineers, technicians and clerical staff assigned to the facility
Assists in advising student research projects
Works with vendors as needed to carry out service contract obligations in support of equipment
Requirements:
Masters degree or higher with major course work in a relevant science or engineering discipline (e.g. microelectronics/optics manufacture, applied physics, physics, chemistry, earth science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering or related academic fields)
Three years of related work experience involving direct assistance to researchers
Three or more years of experience in managing facilities, operations, maintenance, space and equipment in a research or educational setting
Three or more years of experience with the operation and use of electron microscopes and associated sample preparation and characterization
Working knowledge of state-of-the-art scanning electron microscopes (SEM), electron spectroscopy (i.e. EDS), focused ion beam (FIB) preparation of samples, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), physical vapor deposition tools, reactive ion (plasma) processing, wafer scale silicon and associated oxide processing, soft/hard contact lithography and wet chemical processing
Knowledge of Intellectual property law and guidelines is a plus
Ability to design and properly perform all phases of set-up, operation, and repair of complex research and instructional equipment related to electron microscopy instrumentation and ancillary equipment such as specimen preparation equipment
Ability to apply advanced knowledge of principles, concepts and methods related to the laboratory operation, performance
Ability to investigate, devise and help carry out plans for continual renovation and upgrade of equipment and laboratory facilities, including potential new equipment acquisitions to advance the research capabilities of the facility
Ability to develop and perform complex mechanical, electrical, and/or electronic troubleshooting using technical expertise and experience
Ability to develop, adapt, apply, and exploit the technical capabilities of the laboratory equipment for instructional endeavors
Ability to provide expert technical advice, mentoring, and training for professional and technical staff, and students and faculty for the completion of safe and effective research, tasks, and endeavors
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to maintain accurate, detailed records
Ability to establish and maintain system of data recording, storage and transfer with relevant PIs
Ability to create an inclusive environment and work with a diverse population
Nice to have:
Candidates with PhD degrees may be given preference
Knowledge of Intellectual property law and guidelines is a plus