Nanofabrication Lab Operations Lead

Stanford Reglab; California; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

nano@stanford is a leading nanoscale research facility that supports researchers across Stanford and collaborating institutions. The Lab Operations Associate will help manage day-to-day cleanroom operations, inventory, safety training, and equipment support within the Nanopatterning and Flexible Cleanrooms, including photolithography and metrology equipment.

Plan, develop, and execute complex technical projects in science and engineering, coordinating with researchers and vendors, and

Qualifications

• Experience applying scientific and engineering principles to perform technical services and support.
• Experience with data analysis, experimental processes, and development of prototypes or systems.

Responsibilities

• Support scientific and research programs related to area of specialization; analyze data, monitor and oversee experimental process, and design and develop prototypes, specialized equipment, and/or systems.
• Modify, repair, and troubleshoot complex equipment and experimental systems.
• Prepare and review drawings, material lists, requisitions, job orders, engineering change requests, and other documents related to development, fabrication, assemblies, and testing.
• Coordinate and work on scientific or engineering installations; plan and execute phases of operation and supervise maintenance.
• Acquire and maintain tools, equipment, and chemicals associated with projects.
• Maintain documentation and perform administrative duties related to equipment and projects.
• Liaise between researchers, students, technical staff, scientists, vendors, and other university staff; provide training and guidance.
• Oversee work of technicians and staff; guide technicians and operators in scientific/engineering function area.

Skills

Data analysis

Experimental process

Documentation

Communication

Supervision

Education

Associate degree or certificate

Job description

nano@stanford is a leading nanoscale research facility that supports researchers across Stanford and collaborating institutions. The Lab Operations Associate will help manage day-to-day cleanroom operations, inventory, safety training, and equipment support within the Nanopatterning and Flexible Cleanrooms, including photolithography and metrology equipment.

Plan, develop, and execute complex technical projects in science and engineering, coordinating with researchers and vendors, and