Research Technician - Limited Term

Chapman University Careers-posted 8 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Irvine, CA
1,001-5,000 employees
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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician to join the Structural Quantum Optics ( SQO ) group at Chapman University. The successful candidate will play a central role in establishing a new laboratory, assisting in optical setup and alignment, supporting equipment procurement, and conducting cutting-edge experiments involving entangled photons, Timepix cameras, and single-photon detectors. This position offers hands-on experience with advanced optical instrumentation and the opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a collaborative academic environment

  • Assist in the setup, alignment, and maintenance of optical experiments, including arranging and mounting optics on optical tables.
  • Support the procurement process by identifying, sourcing, and ordering optical components, detectors, and related equipment.
  • Conduct experiments involving spontaneous parametric down-conversion ( SPDC ) sources of entangled photons.
  • Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot advanced single-photon detection systems, including Timepix cameras and APDs.
  • Maintain laboratory organization, ensuring safe and efficient use of equipment and resources.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data; prepare reports, presentations, and contribute to publications.
  • Collaborate with faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students on experimental design and problem-solving
  • Analyze experimental data using scientific software tools, prepare graphs and summaries, and assist in drafting reports, publications, or presentations.
  • Maintain lab equipment, manage inventory of materials and consumables, and ensure compliance with safety protocols and lab cleanliness standards.
  • Participate in research meetings, present updates, and collaborate with other team members on experimental planning and data interpretation.
  • Bachelor’s degree in physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a research team
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Hands-on experience with optical systems, including alignment of lasers, nonlinear crystals, mirrors, lenses, and beam-splitters.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment.
  • Familiarity with photon detection systems, quantum optics experiments, and imaging systems.
  • Proficiency in scientific data acquisition and analysis (e.g., MATLAB , Python, LabVIEW).
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