Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Employment Status: Full-Time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/9

Salary Range: $43,481 - $53,678

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties 

The Lab Engineer will assume the leadership role in School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) and provide full support to the faculty and students in all laboratories and perform variety of tasks in the day-to-day operations of the laboratories. He/she will provide technical support for academic and research activities connected with the faculty and students of the SEAS at the University of the District of Columbia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Assumes leadership role and provide support to Center of Nanotechnology Research and Education (CNRE).
• Gains mastery in operating CNRE and other equipment and conduct experiment to support research projects.
• Prepares training resources to teach students and other users about the safe and responsible utilization of CNRE resources.
• Designs new equipment by integrating multiple equipment and software control programs.
• Maintains the inventory of the supplies and safety gears to ensure smooth experiments.
• Assists with the daily supervision of the activities in -SEAS laboratories and is responsible for maintaining the equipment in SEAS laboratories and safety of operation.
• Provides support to the faculty and students associated with Center of Nanotechnology Research and Education (CNRE).
• Provides supervision to student workers, guest researchers, and teaching assistants to deliver reliable and technically up-to-date laboratory experiences. Assist with tutoring students in Engineering.
• Ensures service to students is available during the scheduled time of operation.
• Maintains hardware and software in the labs.
• Designs and conducts hands on activities for workshops and high school students to enhance their interest in STEM fields.
• Conducts hands on activities to support outreach activities and workshops.
• Prepares promotional materials for the CNRE.
• Assists in the preparation of reports for the funding agencies.
• Maintains inventory for laboratories, secure supplies, and consumables as necessary to support laboratory program.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of the equipment in the School’s laboratories
• Work with other laboratory technicians, faculty, and administrators as necessary to deliver quality laboratory instructional experiences and timely support to the research activities of the department.   
• Performs other duties assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements
 

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) in Physics or Engineering
• Familiarity with a variety of the research field concepts, practices and procedures
• Experience in operating vacuum systems, low temperature systems, and magnetic material measurements, preferred
• Knowledge of the principles of mathematics and engineering fundamentals
• Knowledge of mathematical computer programs and engineering programs such as LabView, and any design software such as AutoCad, CREO, SolidWork, etc., preferred
• Experience in microfabrication technologies using photolithography and thin film deposition, preferred
• Strong oral and written communications skills

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:  Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health insurance and annual (vacation) and sick leave only. Part-time selectee will be eligible for annual (vacation) and sick leave on a pro-rated basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Talent Management only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at (202) 274-5380.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .