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Laboratory Technician II - Mellon College of Science - Physics Department

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA
•Onsite
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About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science (MCS) is seeking Laboratory Technicians to join the team. In this role, you will independently design, develop, and maintain critical laboratory infrastructure supporting the CMS High-Granularity Calorimeter (HGCal) upgrade at the CERN Large Hadron Collider. In addition, this role will perform precision wirebonding and fabricate silicon detector modules in accordance with the rigorous quality standards required for high-energy physics instrumentation. Lastly, laboratory technicians maintain and oversee laboratory instruments, equipment, and facilities to ensure reliable support for ongoing research activities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in physics or related field required.
  • At least one year of research lab, data entry, and record management experience required.
  • Experience with precious electronics assembly, wirebonding, or equivalent technician manufacturing experience required.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
  • OSHA Hazardous Materials Safety Training (on the job)

Nice To Haves

  • A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain critical laboratory infrastructure supporting the CMS High-Granularity Calorimeter (HGCal) upgrade at CERN.
  • Perform precision wirebonding of silicon sensor modules to specifications required for high-energy physics detector fabrication.
  • Manufacture and assemble HGCal silicon detector modules, including component handling, bonding, and quality testing.
  • Monitor and maintain stock of materials necessary for module fabrication; reorder materials as necessary.
  • Train students and researchers in the safe use of laboratory equipment and processes (e.g., wirebonding station, module assembly).
  • Collaborate with project teams to understand technical requirements; participate in design discussions, reviews, and system integrations.
  • Engage in system-level engineering and provide technical direction as needed.
  • Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for systems and infrastructure after initial development.
  • Conduct lab work requiring standard tests, routines, and analysis; document results.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
  • Tuition benefits
  • Ample paid time off
  • Observed holidays
  • Life and accidental death and disability insurance
  • Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
  • Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
  • Fitness center access

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

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