Laboratory Research Operations Senior Technician
About The Position
Provides advanced technical and operational support within the Nanotech West Laboratory, a 24/7 user-based cleanroom facility supporting micro- and nanofabrication, energy/battery research, chemical vapor deposition, and infrared material and device characterization. This role serves as an experienced technical contributor supporting photolithography, electron beam lithography, and related fabrication processes. The Senior Technician independently performs equipment lithography and process monitoring, maintenance support, and troubleshooting, while serving as a primary technical resource for designated lithography tools. The position partners closely with engineering staff responsible for area leadership and process ownership, contributing to process improvements, ensuring reliable tool performance, and supporting lab users. The role requires sound technical judgment to resolve routine and moderately complex issues and to support evolving research needs in a shared user facility. This role will be located at The Ohio State University Columbus Campus Nanotech West Lab and the expectation is that the majority of time, 75%+, will be spent inside the Nanofab/cleanroom laboratory on a daily basis.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Two years of relevant experience in a cleanroom, semiconductor fabrication, or related laboratory environment
- Hands-on experience with photolithography including direct write tools
- Experience in troubleshooting and repair of simple electronics
- Basic troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment
- Experience writing and updating standard operating procedures
- Ability to independently perform routine technical tasks and troubleshoot common equipment or process issues
- Strong adherence to safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE), and standard operating procedures
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to work extended periods in a cleanroom environment
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (due to ITAR regulations)
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in engineering, nanotechnology, or related field
- 4–6 years of relevant experience in semiconductor or nanofabrication environments
- Hands-on experience with resist spin coaters
- Hands-on experience with contact aligners or direct write systems (e.g., Heidelberg MLA150)
- Hands-on experience with optical microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
- Hands-on experience with plasma etch and thin film deposition systems
- Hands-on experience with wet processing systems (chemical benches/hoods)
- Experience supporting shared user facilities or research laboratories
Responsibilities
- Performs equipment lithography and process monitoring.
- Provides maintenance support and troubleshooting for laboratory equipment.
- Serves as a primary technical resource for designated lithography tools.
- Partners with engineering staff to contribute to process improvements and ensure reliable tool performance.
- Supports lab users with varying technical backgrounds.
- Resolves routine and moderately complex technical issues.
- Supports evolving research needs in a shared user facility.
- Trains users on equipment and processes.
- Documents and maintains records related to equipment and processes.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
- Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
- State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
