Engineer in Research - LNF User Services

University of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking an Engineer in Research for the LNF User Services team. This role focuses on wet chemistry process support, method development, documentation, and training for users in a 24/7 cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities include developing processes, maintaining safety protocols, inventory control, and collaboration with peer facilities while supporting remote users when needed. A bachelor’s in chemistry or related field and hands-on experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Support wet chemistry processes, including process development, characterization and quality control.
• Train and mentor LNF users on wet bench processing procedures and equipment.
• Assist with training on other equipment and process technologies.
• Provide support for processing services provided to remote users.
• Write and update detailed equipment and process procedures and documentation.
• Manage and maintain the LNF chemical inventory.
• Help develop proper clean room safety protocols in the handling of hazardous materials.
• Participate in Emergency Response Team training sessions and responses, and voluntary on‑call rotation.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Engineer in Research - LNF User Services

A cover letter is required in order to be considered for this position and must be combined with your resume as one document when you upload it into the University of Michigan system. The cover letter should identify your interest and qualifications for this position along with the skills and experience you have gained that directly relate to this position's responsibilities.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world‑class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people‑first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

The Lurie Nanofabrication Facility (LNF) at Michigan Engineering is a 24/7 shared user facility that provides access to advanced micro- and nano‑fabrication equipment and expertise. It consists of a 13,500 square foot class 10/100/1000/10000 cleanroom, including a BioSafety Level 2 laboratory space. The LNF supports and enables cutting edge research from research groups from government, industry and universities, serving over 450 users working on a variety of applications in engineering, physical and life sciences.

Responsibilities*

You will report to the LNF Director of User Services and be primarily responsible for wet chemical process support. Specific duties and responsibilities of the position are listed below:

• Support wet chemistry processes, including process development, characterization and quality control
• Train and mentor LNF users on wet bench processing procedures and equipment
• Assist with training on other equipment and process technologies
• Provide support for processing services provided to remote users
• Write and update detailed equipment and process procedures and documentation
• Manage and maintain the LNF chemical inventory
• Help develop proper clean room safety protocols in the handling of hazardous materials, standard practices, and disciplinary procedures
• Participate in Emergency Response Team training sessions and responses, and voluntary on‑call rotation

Your duties will also include:

• Occasionally assisting other team members with troubleshooting and maintenance of wet processing equipment, including possible plumbing and electrical work
• Establishing and maintaining contacts with peer facilities to coordinate collaborations and share best known methods
• Exhibiting and mandating safe working and housekeeping practices and supporting other team‑wide efforts as needed
• Fostering teamwork and participating in team‑building activities
• Other tasks as needed to support the LNF's mission

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 or more years of hands‑on experience.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two‑for‑one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.