Research Technician - JR27742-3800 - The University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
About the Job
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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12302138 Department
PSD GSECARS
About the Department
GSECARS is one of three sectors managed by the University of Chicago
Center for Advanced Radiation Sources (CARS) at the Advanced Photon
Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory. GSECARS is a national user
facility for synchrotron radiation research in earth, planetary, and
environmental science.
Job Summary
The Center for Advanced Radiation Sources at the University of Chicago
seeks applications for a Research Technician to help support earth and
environmental science focused synchrotron radiation research. The
position will be located at GSECARS, Sector 13, The Advanced Photon
Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and assemble parts to be used in high-pressure
experiments. Requires detailed and precise work.
- Participate in fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, repair,
and maintenance of experimental hardware.
- Help with experiment setups, equipment repairs and simple
fabrication requests when called upon.
- Operate in-house fabrication equipment to build components for
beamline and experiment instrumentation using the CARS machine shop,
CNC mills, 3D printers and related fabrication methods.
- Provides technical support for research projects.
- Assists with the installation, set-up of experiments, interacting
with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the
principal investigator.
- Under a limited degree of supervision, provides technical support in
the development, analysis, and maintenance of engineering processes,
products, or equipment.
- Assembles, tests, and repairs electronic and production equipment,
machinery, systems, and units. Evaluates the performance and
reliability of a prototype or production model.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the
equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a
four-year degree).
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7
years of work experience in a related job discipline.
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- College degree.
Technical Knowledge or Skills:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and instructions.
- Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
- Minimal outdoor work.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings such as
SolidWorks 3D drawings.
- Proficient with machine shop equipment (CNC milling machines, drill
press, lathe).
- Knowledge of high and ultrahigh vacuum techniques.
- Knowledge of fluid flow and pneumatic control systems.
Preferred Competencies
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Working Conditions
- This on-site position is based at the Advanced Photon Source at
Argonne National Laboratory.
- Must be able to ascend ladders and work in narrow spaces.
A
pplication Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- List of three references (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency
Biweekly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
37.5
Ben fits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,
national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a
disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other
protected classes under the law. For additional information please see
the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12302138 Department
PSD GSECARS
About the Department
GSECARS is one of three sectors managed by the University of Chicago
Center for Advanced Radiation Sources (CARS) at the Advanced Photon
Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory. GSECARS is a national user
facility for synchrotron radiation research in earth, planetary, and
environmental science.
Job Summary
The Center for Advanced Radiation Sources at the University of Chicago
seeks applications for a Research Technician to help support earth and
environmental science focused synchrotron radiation research. The
position will be located at GSECARS, Sector 13, The Advanced Photon
Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and assemble parts to be used in high-pressure
experiments. Requires detailed and precise work.
- Participate in fabrication, assembly, installation, testing, repair,
and maintenance of experimental hardware.
- Help with experiment setups, equipment repairs and simple
fabrication requests when called upon.
- Operate in-house fabrication equipment to build components for
beamline and experiment instrumentation using the CARS machine shop,
CNC mills, 3D printers and related fabrication methods.
- Provides technical support for research projects.
- Assists with the installation, set-up of experiments, interacting
with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the
principal investigator.
- Under a limited degree of supervision, provides technical support in
the development, analysis, and maintenance of engineering processes,
products, or equipment.
- Assembles, tests, and repairs electronic and production equipment,
machinery, systems, and units. Evaluates the performance and
reliability of a prototype or production model.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the
equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a
four-year degree).
---
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7
years of work experience in a related job discipline.
---
Certifications:
---
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- College degree.
Technical Knowledge or Skills:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and instructions.
- Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
- Minimal outdoor work.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings such as
SolidWorks 3D drawings.
- Proficient with machine shop equipment (CNC milling machines, drill
press, lathe).
- Knowledge of high and ultrahigh vacuum techniques.
- Knowledge of fluid flow and pneumatic control systems.
Preferred Competencies
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Working Conditions
- This on-site position is based at the Advanced Photon Source at
Argonne National Laboratory.
- Must be able to ascend ladders and work in narrow spaces.
A
pplication Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- List of three references (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency
Biweekly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
37.5
Ben fits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,
national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a
disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other
protected classes under the law. For additional information please see
the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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