Description

Provides expertise in support of research projects in engineering and manufacturing. Performs advanced testing of laboratory equipment and develops solutions to meet research projects goals. Makes uses of a variety of specialized equipment typical within area of specialization. May contribute to grant proposal development. Ensures experiments are performed according to specifications. May make recommendations to changes in procedure, processes, or experimental design. Possesses, understands, and applies an advanced knowledge of a professional natural, physical, or engineering field or multiple fields of specialization to develop unique and new approaches or ideas. Understands and uses research tools and equipment and utilizes effective management techniques.

1. Plans and conducts research in one or more large and complex areas of specialization.
2. Reviews and manages progress of projects. Liaison with other areas of specialization to obtain support or technical expertise for projects.
3. Defines procedures or processes to be used in the experimental processes. May personally conduct important and/or technically complex investigations.
4. Responsible for administrative activities, including the supervision and evaluation of personnel.
5. Operates with wide latitude for unreviewed action subject only to institutional policies and guidelines and ethical considerations.
6. Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of personnel.

EEO/AA

Additional Job Duties:

1. Directs the technical operations of the laboratories, maintenance and upgrade of equipment, modification of facilities as needed and establishes new laboratory equipment.
2. Works with vendors of capital equipment to design, procure, repair, maintain equipment and directs associated installation and start up.
3. Manages all related safety and engineering projects as well as works closely with faculty, research scientists and students to meet associated research program goals.

Qualifications

Doctoral and 5 years experience

NOTE: The department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education