Assistant Researcher Senior Job Lawrence area,Kansas USA,Engineering

Position Overview

The KU Nanofabrication Core Laboratory of the COBRE Center for Molecular Analysis of Disease Pathways at KU is currently seeking individuals with a degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Physics or a related field who are interested in working in the field of micro- and nanofabrication in a limited term Assistant Researcher Senior position.

Job Description

Provide technical support to users (60%)

Provide equipment usage training to cleanroom users
Provide process training to cleanroom users
Provide general assistance to cleanroom users
Write and edit existing SOPs for processes and equipment usage

Fabricate devices for clients (20%)

Coordinate with clients to develop process workflows for device manufacture
Maintain communication with clients to keep them informed of progress, or the need to make adjustments to workflows or process parameters
See projects to conclusion in a timely and efficient manner

Oversee the basic maintenance of the cleanroom facility (15%)

Assist with housekeeping and regular cleaning of the facility
Assist with light maintenance of cleanroom equipment
Coordinate with KU EHS for hazardous waste disposal
Check and stock consumables, such as gowning materials and process chemicals, used within the facility, as well as conduct inventory reporting and record-keeping

Miscellaneous (5%)

Represent the KU Nanofabrication Core Lab in scientific seminars and conferences
Lead tours of the facility for student recruiting and prospective clients
Participate in community outreach by contributing to university newsletters and providing demonstrations to local institutions

Required Qualifications

B.S. in Physics, Engineering, Chemistry or related field, and three (3) years experience with micro- and nanofabrication processes, including photolithography, thin film deposition, wet chemical etching.

One (1) year experience working with metrology equipment, such as an SEM, AFM or profilometer

One (1) year experience providing instruction in scientific procedures

One (1) year experience writing and editing existing SOPs for processes and equipment usage

Strong written communication skills as evidenced by application materials

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. in Physics, Engineering, Chemistry or related field with research experience with micro- and nanofabrication.

Experience in working on collaborative projects as evidenced by application materials

Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD as evidenced by application materials

Experience supervising undergraduate student workers as evidenced by application materials

Experience keeping inventories and ordering supplies as evidenced by application materials

Experience handling hazardous materials and chemicals, such as hydrofluoric acid, and have an understanding of how to determine the correct PPE for safely handling such materials as evidenced by application materials

Additional Candidate Instructions

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.

Resume.

List of three (3) professional references.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Monday, October 20th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.

Contact Information to Applicants

Ryan Grigsby
ryan.grigsby

Advertised Salary Range

$50,000 - $60,000, commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Monday October 20, 2025

Anticipated Start Date

Monday December 1, 2025

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