Research Technologist: Optical Lab & Data QC

University of Regina Careers; Regina; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Regina is seeking a Research Technologist in the Faculty of Science, Unit Science-Physics, to contribute to the mPMT LED light-injection system. The role emphasizes precise assembly, testing, and data handling within a collaborative research setting.

You will operate advanced laboratory equipment, manage records, and support routine testing and QC workflows, coordinating with staff and students to maintain productive lab operations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory, mechanical, electronic, or instrumentation assembly experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures and documentation.
• Good organizational and planning skills to track components and measurements.
• Ability to work independently after training and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication and computer data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, prepare, handle, and inspect detector and optical components.
• Conduct quality-control measurements of optical diffusers and LED collimators using test systems.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation, cameras, photodiodes, electronic test equipment, and data-acquisition systems.
• Prepare test fixtures, perform alignment, and follow safety procedures.
• Collect, organize, and analyze measurement data; document records and QC outcomes.
• Maintain and improve laboratory test setups and production procedures.
• Coordinate day-to-day lab activities with researchers and students.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory work

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent working

Communication skills

Data acquisition on computers

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

DAQ systems

Camera-based test systems

Motion-control hardware

Job description

The University of Regina is seeking a Research Technologist in the Faculty of Science, Unit Science-Physics, to contribute to the mPMT LED light-injection system. The role emphasizes precise assembly, testing, and data handling within a collaborative research setting.

You will operate advanced laboratory equipment, manage records, and support routine testing and QC workflows, coordinating with staff and students to maintain productive lab operations.