Laboratory Technician - Physics

New York University•New York, NY

9d•$39•Onsite

About The Position

Arts & Science is seeking a talented Laboratory Technician to join the Department of Physics. This individual will operate specialized equipment to construct laboratory experiments demonstrating physical laws of nature. Recommend revisions to laboratory experiments for review and approval by others. Assist with laboratory experiments, as required. Perform tests to ensure that lab equipment is operating to standards. Install and configure hardware and software. Monitor instructional space, equipment storages, and repair shop facilities to ensure that standards are met and report any deviations.

Requirements

High School diploma and some relevant technical training.
2-3 years of related experience at a university laboratory.
Knowledge of and ability to operate relevant lab equipment (e.g., function generators, power supplies, transducers, analog and digital circuits, mechanical apparatus and software simulation. and simple tools).
Operating knowledge of standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certification (Certificate of Fitness).
Associate Degree in physical science or engineering.
Intermediate knowledge and understanding of the laws of physics.

Responsibilities

Operate specialized equipment to construct laboratory experiments demonstrating physical laws of nature.
Recommend revisions to laboratory experiments for review and approval by others.
Assist with laboratory experiments, as required.
Perform tests to ensure that lab equipment is operating to standards.
Install and configure hardware and software.
Monitor instructional space, equipment storages, and repair shop facilities to ensure that standards are met and report any deviations.