Laboratory Operations Associate

WORK SCHEDULE:

Work Schedule: On-site work arrangement; employee is expected to work on-site full-time.
 

BUDGETED SALARY:

$95,000/yr - $115,000/yr

 

SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:

nano@stanford is the University's largest shared experimental research facility, providing access to world-leading expertise and capabilities in nanoscale science and engineering. We serve over 1,400 researchers from Stanford and as well as academic, industrial, and government institutions across the US and globally—spanning fields from medicine and biology to fundamental physics and astronomy. Our nearly 40,000 sq ft of cleanrooms and satellite laboratories house 300+ state-of-the-art instruments for fabricating and characterizing materials and devices. But beyond the equipment, nano@stanford is a vibrant, collaborative research community where innovation thrives. For more information, visit: https://nanolabs.stanford.edu. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

nano@stanford is seeking a Lab Operations Associate to support research operations within the Nanopatterning and Flexible Cleanrooms as part of nano@stanford’s nanofabrication facilities. Core equipment include direct-write photo and electron-beam lithography, physical vapor deposition, dry etching, wet chemical processing, and metrology. The successful candidate will be part of a team supporting the day-to-day operations of both cleanrooms. They will be primarily responsible for general cleanroom operations, spanning general lab upkeep, inventory management, and hazardous waste management. They will be a key initial point of contact for many of our researchers to provide initial cleanroom safety training. They may also be responsible for additional equipment primarily in photolithography and metrology. They will provide training and support to researchers, develop and implement advanced techniques, and also be involved in planning for upgrades and new equipment.

Responsibilities

Core Duties:

• Support scientific and research programs related to area ofspecialization; analyze data, monitor and oversee experimental process,and design and develop prototypes, specialized equipment, and/orsystems.

• Modify, repair, and troubleshoot complex equipment andexperimental systems.

• Prepare and review drawings, material lists, requisitions, joborders, engineering change requests, and other documents associated withdevelopment, fabrication, assembly, installations, and testing.

• Coordinate and work on scientific or engineering installations;plan and execute various phases of an operation, oversee schedule ofequipment operations, and supervise routine maintenance.

• Acquire and maintain tools, equipment, and chemicals associatedwith experimental or engineering projects.

• Maintain documentation related to research studies and protocols,and perform administrative duties related to equipment and systemsassociated with research or engineering projects, as assigned.

• Liaise between researchers, students, technical staff,scientists, vendors, and other university staff; serve as a resource,providing training and practical guidance.

• Oversee the work of technicians and other staff associated withthe group/projects, and provide guidance to technicians, operators, andothers working in particular scientific or engineering functionarea.

Minimum Education andExperience

Associate Degree or certificate of completion in a relatedengineering or related scientific discipline and three years of relevantexperience; or a combination of education and relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience applying scientific and engineering principles andpractices to perform technical services and support.

• Experience with data analysis, experimental process, design, anddevelopment of prototypes, equipment, and/or systems related to area ofspecialization.

• Ability to write clear documentation, perform administrativeduties, and research protocol maintenance related to research studiesand/or scientific/engineering projects.

• Experience with software applications, systems, or programsrelevant for the job.

• Ability to interpret and determine validity of data and check ownwork.

• Ability to communicate, liaise, and work with staff, students,faculty, and outside vendors.

• Ability to effectively supervise and train a diverse workstaff.