Research Microfabrication Equipment Technologist

Job summary

The Research Microfabrication Equipment Technologist manages the operational excellence of the Giga-to-Nanoelectronics Laboratory by maintaining specialized equipment and ensuring safe, reliable fabrication processes. The role also provides technical consultation, training, and support to faculty, students, and external researchers to facilitate advanced nanoscience research.

Job details

The Research Microfabrication Equipment Technologist manages the operational excellence of the Giga-to-Nanoelectronics Laboratory by maintaining specialized equipment and ensuring safe, reliable fabrication processes. The role also provides technical consultation, training, and support to faculty, students, and external researchers to facilitate advanced nanoscience research. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in engineering with at least five years of experience in cleanroom lab operations. Proficiency in troubleshooting microfabrication equipment, vacuum systems, and thin-film deposition is essential, along with strong interpersonal and instructional skills.

What you’ll do

The Research Microfabrication Equipment Technologist manages the operational excellence of the Giga-to-Nanoelectronics Laboratory by maintaining specialized equipment and ensuring safe, reliable fabrication processes. The role also provides technical consultation, training, and support to faculty, students, and external researchers to facilitate advanced nanoscience research.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in engineering with at least five years of experience in cleanroom lab operations. Proficiency in troubleshooting microfabrication equipment, vacuum systems, and thin-film deposition is essential, along with strong interpersonal and instructional skills.

Listed skills

• Mentorship · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Microfabrication
• Cleanroom operations
• Vacuum deposition
• Equipment maintenance
• Thin-film materials synthesis
• Semiconductor device fabrication
• Troubleshooting
• Statistical process control
• Lab safety protocols
• Technical instruction
• Mentorship
• Process development
• Instrumentation calibration
• Analytical skills
• Project management

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Technology
• Education
• Manufacturing

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