Research Technician I (Temporary)

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences is seeking candidates to fill three temporary Research Technician I positions within the Laboratory of Space Systems and Optomechanics (LASSO) at the Wyant College of Optical Sciences. The candidates will conduct and support laboratory and research work related to the development of novel optical and optomechanical sensing systems and instrumentation, and their related electronic, mechanical and software components.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

• Assist in the collection and recording of experimental data. Modify equipment or processes as needed under the guidance of faculty or graduate students who are familiar with the setup.
• Under the supervision and guidance of the principal investigator and senior team members, assist and support laboratory and research work related to the development of novel optical and optomechanical sensing systems and instrumentation, and their related electronic, mechanical and software components.
• Documentation of work and communicating progress to supervising PI and others in the group.
• Attend group meetings and interact on a day-to-day basis with senior investigators. Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
• Potential other collaborative work within the research group, and assist them with data and record information, and maintaining logs of experimental data.