Quantum CT Technical Operating Manager

University of Connecticut; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Job summary

University of Connecticut is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee the Quantum CT technology incubator, ensuring safe, efficient lab and facility operations. You will manage specialized equipment, provide technical training, and develop SOPs, training materials, and user guides.

You will work with EHS and compliance offices, liaise with startups and researchers, support onboarding, and monitor spend for facility operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Applied Science, Technology Management, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of related experience working in a research laboratory, scientific facility, advanced technology environment, innovation center, incubator, or equivalent setting.
• Demonstrated experience managing technical operations, specialized equipment, laboratory infrastructure, or research facilities.
• Experience providing technical guidance, training, and support to researchers, laboratory users, industry partners, or other stakeholders.
• Experience with laboratory safety practices, regulatory compliance requirements, and risk mitigation principles applicable to research or technical environments.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day startup related operations of the Quantum CT technology incubator, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation of laboratory and technical facilities.
• Manage and coordinate the use of specialized research equipment, shared instrumentation, and facility infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance regarding facility capabilities, equipment availability, operational requirements, and laboratory best practices. Assist users with equipment and operational issues and coordinate specialized technical support when necessary.
• Create and maintain user documentation, operational guides, and training materials.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory operations, equipment usage, and access management.
• Establish and oversee preventative maintenance programs for mission-critical equipment and infrastructure and coordinate equipment repairs
• Ensure compliance with all policies and regulations governing laboratory operations and research environments.
• Partner with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), research compliance offices, and other stakeholders to ensure adherence to applicable regulations and policies.
• Serve as a liaison between Quantum CT startup companies, university researchers, industry partners, and external collaborators.
• Support the successful onboarding of incubator tenants and facility users.
• Monitor operational expenditures related to facility operations and technical infrastructure.

Skills

Laboratory ops

Technical guidance

Equipment training

Safety compliance

Training materials

Education

Master's degree in Physics/Engineering/Materials Science/CS

PhD in Quantum Science/Physics/Engineering

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Technology Incubation & Venture Development in Technology Commercialization Services, this position will oversee and support the operational and technical management of the quantum technology incubator. This includes overseeing the day-to-day technical operations, maintaining specialized infrastructure, and serving as a resource for startups, helping them navigate facility use, equipment training, and compliance with safety protocols. He/she will design protocols for lab and equipment usage, establish preventative maintenance schedules for mission-critical infrastructure, maintain compliance with relevant industry standards for quantum research environments, and be a liaison between Quantum CT startups and collaborators.

The NSF Quantum Technologies Engine in Connecticut (QuantumCT Engine), led by the University of Connecticut, aims to advance American quantum innovation and secure the domestic quantum supply chain by accelerating the commercialization of quantum technologies for national defense, biotechnology, and financial services. Through innovation, applied research leading to new technologies, support for inventors and entrepreneurs and workforce development, the QuantumCT Engine will advance quantum sensing, secured communications, computing, and materials through shared test bed, deep-tech incubator, and translation pathways.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the day-to-day startup related operations of the Quantum CT technology incubator, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation of laboratory and technical facilities.
• Manage and coordinate the use of specialized research equipment, shared instrumentation, and facility infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance regarding facility capabilities, equipment availability, operational requirements, and laboratory best practices. Assist users with equipment and operational issues and coordinate specialized technical support when necessary.
• Create and maintain user documentation, operational guides, and training materials.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory operations, equipment usage, and access management.
• Establish and oversee preventative maintenance programs for mission-critical equipment and infrastructure and coordinate equipment repairs
• Ensure compliance with all policies and regulations governing laboratory operations and research environments.
• Partner with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), research compliance offices, and other stakeholders to ensure adherence to applicable regulations and policies.
• Serve as a liaison between Quantum CT startup companies, university researchers, industry partners, and external collaborators.
• Support the successful onboarding of incubator tenants and facility users.
• Monitor operational expenditures related to facility operations and technical infrastructure.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s degree in physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Applied Science, Technology Management, or a related field.
2. At least 4 years of related experience working in a research laboratory, scientific facility, advanced technology environment, innovation center, incubator, or equivalent setting.
3. Demonstrated experience managing technical operations, specialized equipment, laboratory infrastructure, or research facilities.
4. Experience providing technical guidance, training, and support to researchers, laboratory users, industry partners, or other stakeholders.
5. Experience with laboratory safety practices, regulatory compliance requirements, and risk mitigation principles applicable to research or technical environments.
6. Demonstrated interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ph.D. in Quantum Science, Physics, Engineering or related discipline.
2. Previous industry experience.
3. Experience supporting quantum technology, photonics, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, microelectronics, nanotechnology, or similar research and development environments.
4. Experience working with startup companies, technology incubators, innovation ecosystems, or entrepreneurship programs.
5. Experience managing highly specialized scientific infrastructure, including cryogenic systems, photonics equipment, quantum computing systems, precision measurement equipment, cleanroom facilities, or related technologies.
6. Experience with federal and state research regulations and university research compliance requirements.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, end-dated position with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding.The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.

• including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn

This position is based at the Farmington (UConn Health) campus, and the successful candidate will be required to work on the campus and travel to the Storrs campus as needed. The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000. It is anticipated this position will be based at UConn for approximately two years and will then transfer to the Quantum-CT organization, which is the public-private partnership co-led by the University of Connecticut and Yale University.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of successful candidates will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community. The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

Advertised: Aug 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Sep 18 2026 Eastern Daylight Time