Research Test Technician

Georgia Institute of Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Institute of Technology in Tempe, Arizona, seeks a Research Test Technician to perform testing and validation of research technology products, troubleshoot issues, and document results.

You will work with a research team, follow testing procedures, collect data, ensure data integrity, and support researchers with testing objectives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational training is required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience is required.
• Preferred qualifications include strong communication, time management, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate test equipment, tools, and instruments for research experiments, ensuring they are in optimal working condition
• Conduct testing procedures according to established protocols and guidelines to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Collect and record data meticulously, maintaining data integrity and ensuring all relevant information is accurately documented
• Analyze test results and report findings to researchers and project teams for further interpretation and decision-making
• Troubleshoot technical issues, equipment malfunctions, and data discrepancies during testing to address and resolve any issues promptly
• Maintain and clean testing equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality and safety standards are met
• Adhere strictly to quality control standards, protocols, and procedures to guarantee accurate and consistent testing outcomes
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to enhance testing skills and knowledge in the research field
• Collaborate effectively with research teams to support testing objectives and project requirements
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Leadership

Education

High school diploma, GED, or vocational training

Job description

Job Title: Research Test Technician

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 304949

About Us

Overview

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Job Summary

The Research Test Technician performs testing and validation of research technology products, troubleshoots technical issues, and documents test results. They work closely with the research team, adhere to testing procedures, and provide technical support to ensure the reliability and accuracy of research technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Job Duty 1 - Set up and calibrate test equipment, tools, and instruments for research experiments, ensuring they are in optimal working condition
• Job Duty 2 - Conduct testing procedures according to established protocols and guidelines to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Job Duty 3 - Collect and record data meticulously, maintaining data integrity and ensuring all relevant information is accurately documented
• Job Duty 4 - Analyze test results and report findings to researchers and project teams for further interpretation and decision-making
• Job Duty 5 - Troubleshoot technical issues, equipment malfunctions, and data discrepancies during testing to address and resolve any issues promptly
• Job Duty 6 - Maintain and clean testing equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality and safety standards are met
• Job Duty 7 - Adhere strictly to quality control standards, protocols, and procedures to guarantee accurate and consistent testing outcomes
• Job Duty 8 - Engage in continuous learning and professional development to enhance testing skills and knowledge in the research field
• Job Duty 9 - Collaborate effectively with research teams to support testing objectives and project requirements
• Job Duty 10 - Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or vocational training

Required Experience

1+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication, time management, and leadership skills

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

• Students are our top priority
• We strive for excellence
• We thrive on diversity
• We celebrate collaboration
• We champion innovation
• We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression
• We nurture the wellbeing of our community
• We act ethically
• We are responsible stewards

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities
• This position will not be required to drive
• This role is not considered a position of trust
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card)
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance
• This position is located in Tempe, Arizona

Salary Job Grade R04

Salary range is dependent on candidates experiences and skills that ranges from $47,366.00 - $80,049.00.

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/