Laser Lab Project Assistant I — Evening Shift

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) at the University of Rochester seeks a student project assistant to support laser amplifier operation, inspection, and maintenance. You will join a shot crew and help design and build an amplifier alignment station.

This entry-level role is ideal for a current high school graduate or associate-degree student in a STEM field, with strong mechanical skills and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Evening/afternoon shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Full/part time student for Associate's degree in a STEM Field (Optics or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance of laser amplifiers and associated systems.
• Supports the operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments.
• Supports engineers in design and installation of new equipment.
• Operates and maintains complex water-cooled amplifier systems.
• Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues.
• Designs and builds amplifier alignment station.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Cleanroom environment

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Manual dexterity

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

Equivalent education/experience

STEM student status (Associate's preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE) at the University of Rochester seeks a student project assistant to support laser amplifier operation, inspection, and maintenance. You will join a shot crew and help design and build an amplifier alignment station.

This entry-level role is ideal for a current high school graduate or associate-degree student in a STEM field, with strong mechanical skills and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Evening/afternoon shifts are required.