Research Senior Technician

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

11d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Senior Technician provides advanced research support by independently conducting standard laboratory activities within a high energy physics (HEP) laboratory. Responsibilities include cleaning, performing surface preparation, and preparing samples for testing, as well as conducting quality assurance testing. The role sets up, operates, and maintains sputtering machines, evaporators, and other laboratory equipment. This position designs and assembles custom electronic circuits and laboratory equipment and develops, maintains, and modifies software and data acquisition systems to support experimental work. The role assists with the design and execution of research experiments, including data collection, analysis, and equipment procurement. Works with a high level of autonomy on routine assignments, applies established procedures and precedent to resolve issues, and may provide guidance or training to less experienced colleagues.

Requirements

• Minimum Education Required Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience as demonstrated by one of the following: No prior experience required with a Bachelor’s degree Two (2) years of relevant experience with an Associate’s degree Four (4) years of relevant experience with a High School diploma
• Broad knowledge of standard research processes, tools, and methodologies, typically gained through education, training, or experience.
• Ability to independently perform routine research tasks, analyze data, and document results using established procedures and protocols.
• Ability to identify and resolve routine research-related issues, evaluate solutions for less common problems, and escalate complex matters as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• cleaning
• performing surface preparation
• preparing samples for testing
• conducting quality assurance testing
• sets up, operates, and maintains sputtering machines, evaporators, and other laboratory equipment
• designs and assembles custom electronic circuits and laboratory equipment
• develops, maintains, and modifies software and data acquisition systems to support experimental work
• assists with the design and execution of research experiments, including data collection, analysis, and equipment procurement

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees