Senior Failure Analysis Lab Technician, Texas Institute for Electronics

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Personal protective equipment provided

Work in a research environment

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Austin is hiring a Senior Failure Analysis Lab Technician. This role involves operating failure analysis equipment, preparing samples, and collaborating with engineers for analysis results. Candidates should have at least eight years of experience in failure analysis techniques and a high school diploma or GED. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary with potential for growth in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Eight years experience in sample preparation and failure analysis techniques.
• Goal-oriented with ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in teams.

Responsibilities

• Run dual-beam FIBs and SEM/X-Ray data collection.
• Perform detailed sample preparation for defect detection.
• Present results and compile reports.
• Develop processes-of-record and implement these on product samples for customers.
• Performs other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Sample preparation techniques

Failure analysis techniques

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to multitask

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Associate's degree or higher in science or engineering

Tools

FIB

SEM

X-Ray analysis

Job description

Overview

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Job Posting Title: Senior Failure Analysis Lab Technician, Texas Institute for Electronics

Purpose

The Senior Failure Analysis Lab Technician will run and maintain failure analysis (F/A) equipment and provide F/A results in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Run dual-beam FIBs and SEM/X-Ray data collection with complementary surface science analytical tool operations
• Perform detailed sample preparation to enable feature measurements, defect detection and domain-specific failure analysis
• Present results, compile reports and work in a team incorporating feedback from engineers and other technicians
• Develop processes-of-record and implement these on product samples for customers
• Performs other related functions as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Eight years experience in sample preparation and failure analysis techniques
• Goal-oriented and ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or a higher degree in science, engineering or other relevant disciplines
• Ten years experience in sample preparation and failure analysis techniques
• Experience with semiconductor equipment and processes
• Experience in a research or start-up environment

Salary Range

TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around chemicals
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity (e.g., using a mouse)

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for Applicants

For applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional required materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded to the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Details

• Location: MONTOPOLIS RESEARCH CENTER
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Location: MONTOPOLIS RESEARCH CENTER

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

• Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
• Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
• Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
• Pay Transparency: The UT Austin will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing pay. See policy for details.
• Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the I-9 form and present documents proving identity and work authorization.
• E-Verify: UT Austin uses E-Verify for new hires. See official posters for details.

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