SEM Manager

Universities of Wisconsin•Madison, WI

1d•$69,000 - $79,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry is looking for a part-time SEM Manager to manage and maintain the Scanning Electron Microscope. This position is responsible for a facility that serves a diverse group of researchers across the department. The SEM Manager will oversee instrument operation and maintenance, provide expert technical guidance and training, and partner with faculty, staff, and students. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Requirements

Extensive experience using SEM/EDS
Strong organization, collaboration, and communication skills
Excellent problem-solving capabilities
PhD in Chemistry, Material Science and Engineering, or related fields is required by the start of the appointment

Responsibilities

Maintenance of SEM/EDS and sputter coater, which includes replacing nitrogen tanks, refilling consumables (gloves, paper towels, Kimwipes etc.), cleaning and replacing water filters, and maintaining the SEM vacuum pumps.
Training and authorizing new users
Maintaining an up-to-date SEM user list and communicating with SEM users when issues arise
Troubleshooting for users (technical, software, advice for measurement conditions, advice for sample preparation)
Diagnosing problems and coordinating technical services
Managing and coordinating service contracts
Purchasing new equipment, parts, accessories, and service contracts related to the SEM/EDS system and the sputter coater.
Helping users obtain high-quality data (including technical support, software assistance, advice on measurement conditions, and guidance on sample preparation).
Submission of monthly statements of user hours/fees to department administration so that the department can use this information to charge user groups.
Monthly billing
Develops, integrates, tests, modifies, and may design sophisticated scientific equipment to support research/clinical initiatives and unit directives
Facilitates the billing process
Supports troubleshooting efforts to define and resolve problems
Investigates new research processes and technology solutions in collaboration with research/clinical staff, students, and clients
Designs, plans, and performs preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal and safe operation
Assembles data and/or provides input for reports of design status and/or technical research for professional organizations, government/sponsors review boards, and/or design reviews
Provides technical expertise to staff, researchers, clients, and students in the installation and use of equipment and instruments, exercising discretion and independent judgment to meet unit goals
Leads the operations and/or management of a facility
Answers questions and provides technical information regarding instrumentation to staff, researchers, clients, and students
Supports project planning and coordination
Assists with the preparation of grant proposals and applicable documentation