Process Engineer: The Laboratory for Surface Science and Technology (LASST) at the University of Maine is currently seeking an individual with experience in microfabrication with particular emphasis in process development.
LASST is an interdisciplinary research center comprised of faculty, research staff and students from the Departments of Physics, Chemistry, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Chemical and Biological Engineering. The Laboratory’s focus is on fundamental and applied research related to surfaces, interfaces, thin film materials, solid-state devices, and sensor and microsystems technology. The laboratory’s mission includes transferring basic and applied developments to the industrial sector, participating in joint university-industrial funded research projects, and providing research opportunities and advanced laboratory training for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and visiting scientists. Included within LASST is a new, 3000 ft2 clean room equipped with research micro-fabrication processes and tools.
Duties: As a LASST Process Engineer, you will have the unique opportunity to directly contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge research in thin film materials, nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), microfluidics, microsensors and microsystems. Applications of this research include biomedicine, homeland security, microelectronics and energy conversion. You will be expected to support these projects by developing and maintaining microfabrication processes and realizing prototype materials, sensors and instrumentation for contracted University research. This position will also involve some personnel training and supervision duties.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have extensive experience in one or more of the following areas:
> Microfabrication process development
> Microfabrication of prototype materials, devices and systems
> Process characterization
> Microfabrication equipment maintenance
The qualified candidate must have excellent communication skills and a working knowledge of electrical, chemical, and/or mechanical equipment and systems. Fundamental computer skills are also required for operating and maintaining computer controlled instrumentation. Preference will be given to candidates possessing at least a BS in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, MicroElectronics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry and 3-5 years of experience (or an equivalent amount of education and experience, such as a Masters Degree with 1-3 years of experience).
Position is contingent on external funding and job performance. Projected salary range is $33,522 to $55,871. The review of applications begins immediately.
Send cover letter, resume and names and contact information for three references to Laura J. Hall, 267A ESRB/Barrows Hall, Orono ME 04469.
The University of Maine is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Title: Process Engineer Feb. 7, 2007
Dept: LASST Reports To: Rosemary Smith/Scott Collins
Purpose:
Contribute to cutting-edge research in thin film materials, nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), microfluidics, microsensors and microsystems by developing and maintaining microfabrication processes and by realizing prototype materials, sensors and instrumentation using the capabilities of the LASST clean room.
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Operate and maintain clean room microfabrication tools.
*Train and supervise users of the LASST clean room in development of microfabrication processes and in the operation of clean room tools. .
*Contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge research in thin film materials, nanotechnology, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), microfluidics, microsensors and microsystems by developing and maintaining microfabrication processes and realizing prototype materials, sensors and instrumentation
Carry out fundamental and applied research related to surfaces, interfaces, thin film materials, solid-state devices, sensors and microsystems technology individually or in collaboration with other LASST faculty, staff and students.
Participate in joint university-industrial funded research projects.
*Assist in the day to day operation of the LASST clean room including taking inventory and ordering of consumables, and maintenance of the clean room processes and equipment.
Carry out other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skill Qualifications:
Typically has the education associated with a MS in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, MicroElectronics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry, and 1-3 years of relevant experience. (Or Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience may be substituted for Master's degree.)
Extensive experience in one or more of the following areas:
· Microfabrication process development
· Microfabrication of prototype materials, devices and systems
· Process characterization
· Microfabrication equipment maintenance
Excellent communication skills
A working knowledge of electrical, chemical, and/or mechanical equipment and systems.
Fundamental computer skills required for operating and maintaining computer controlled instrumentation.
Creativity in developing new microfabrication processes and procedures and for the development of novel microfabricated devices.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise and advise undergraduate, graduate and work study students in their activities in the LASST clean room.
Work collaboratively with other LASST staff and faculty members carrying out research in the clean room.
Position Type: On-going base budget contingent upon successful performance.
Work Environment/Dynamics:
Primary area of work is in the LASST clean room where clean room gowns/attire must be worn at all times.
Activities involve work with sophisticated cleanroom process tools.
The processes used involve hands-on work with hazardous chemicals and gases.
The employee will be required to respond to occasional off-hours emergency situations related to the clean room.
Change is an important part of the work environment, as research directions evolve and change and as new microfabrication tools are acquired and brought online, new skills will need to be developed and learned.
The position requires working with a wide range of people including teaching/supervising students, collaborating with and learning from faculty and staff and working with outside users of the clean room from other universities, research laboratories and industry.
In some cases, particularly those involving non-University users of the cleanroom, tasks may need to be completed on tight schedules.
Work Year: Fiscal
Work Schedule: Normal University of Maine business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Work beyond regular hours (to include evenings and weekends) may be necessary in order to meet the requirements of the position. The employee shall establish regular office hours and in consultation with the supervisor, adjust the work schedule as appropriate.
Schedule for Evaluation: According to UMPSA agreement
Salary Band 3
The finalist for this position must successfully complete a pre-employment physical.
This copy is to be used as a guide. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact the person or department listed as the contact in the above announcement.
This is an Official University of Maine Publication.
This document last modified on May 19, 2008