Research Electronics Technician

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

JILA at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Professional Research Assistant to join the Electronics Shop. The role involves designing, building, testing and repairing analog and digital electronics and providing technical support to scientists and students.

You will work with Electronics Engineers, mentor students, and learn new technologies to support current and future research projects while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Experience producing digital and/or analog electronics designs to meet performance requirements.
• Experience tutoring students in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct and test new equipment to meet stringent specifications from JILA scientists.
• Provide mentoring and instruction to JILA students and shop customers.
• Learn new technologies to support current and future research projects.

Skills

KiCad

Electronics design

PCB troubleshooting

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related STEM discipline

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

Network analyzer

CAD software (e.g., KiCad)

Soldering equipment

Job description

JILA at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Professional Research Assistant to join the Electronics Shop. The role involves designing, building, testing and repairing analog and digital electronics and providing technical support to scientists and students.

You will work with Electronics Engineers, mentor students, and learn new technologies to support current and future research projects while upholding safety and quality standards.