Student Worker - Undergraduate Lab Assistant (CERN electronics testing)

Baylor University•Waco, TX

45d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our lab team this semester to assist with electronics testing for the CMS experiment at the CERN Large Hadron Collider (LHC). This is a hands-on role that is part of building a major international physics experiment. No prior experience is required. We will provide all necessary laboratory and safety training. The workload is highly flexible; tasks can easily be completed in short blocks between your regular classes.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled Baylor undergraduate student.
Ability to follow strict technical protocols and safety guidelines reliably.
Commitment to working up to 10 hours per week as needed.
Completion of required lab safety and laser safety training upon hire (paid training time).

Responsibilities

Unpacking incoming boxes and packing finalized printed circuit boards (PCBs) for shipment.
Sorting and organizing PCBs, and scanning barcodes on PCBs and computer chips.
Operating specialized equipment, including a laser engraver.
Depaneling, connecting, and disconnecting PCBs.
Using custom software to perform automated tests of each PCB.
Utilizing mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (gloves, safety glasses, N95 masks, and anti-static bracelets).
May perform laboratory research
May participate in research activities
Adhere to and ensure safety procedures and precautions are followed
May research equipment maintenance and assist with maintaining lab equipment
May assist with documentation associated with research projects
May assist with or participate in carrying out experiments
May assist with managing laboratory inventory or supplies
May assist in preparing research reports
May assist with analyzing data, testing, and interpreting results
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance