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Department of Physics
Michigan Technological University
Position Title: Laboratory/Systems Associate

The Department of Physics at Michigan Technological University is
seeking a Laboratory/Systems Associate. Applications should be
addressed
To: Jerry Hester, Laboratory Coordinator
Department of Physics,
MTU, 1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931

or via Internet contact jhester@mtu.edu.

Completed applications include a vita and the names and telephone
numbers of 3 references. Screening of applications is ongoing and will
continue until the position is filled but we wish to do so as soon as
possible (I need help and a vacation). MTU is an Equal Opportunity
Educational Institution Employer.

Job Description:
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
Assist with laboratory setups to ensure safe and functional operation in
a timely manner.
Maintain teaching laboratory and demonstration equipment as required by
supervisor.
Interact with Graduate Teaching Assistants regarding day to day
laboratory operations.
Report problems which would impair laboratory operations.
Work non-standard hours as required.
Perform written assessment of teaching laboratories as requested by
supervisor.
Maintain computer systems including networked PCs and Unix work stations
for teaching laboratory and departmental use.
Develop laboratory and department web presence.

Qualification Requirements:
Education: Associates degree in physics or related field, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable
knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

Experience: One year general laboratory experience including use of
instrumentation and equipment. Experience with computer and software
support in networked environment. Experience using personal computers
and word processing and spreadsheet/database software

Desirable:
Bachelor=92s degree in physics or related field.
Broad-based experience with microcomputers.
Electronics background/experience.
Experience using Microsoft (Word and Excel) and common data acquisition
software.

Required:
Demonstrated ability to perform minor repairs to
laboratory/demonstration equipment without assistance.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, prioritization, and
organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative.
Excellent decision making capabilities.
Strong equipment management skills.
Demonstrated familiarity with data acquisition and analysis systems.

Salary: Minimum $24,253.



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Jerry Hester Email:
jhester@mtu.edu
Dept. of Physics Phone: (906)
487-2273
Michigan Technological University Fax: (906) 487-2933
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, Michigan 49931-1295