Core Technologist | Yale University - Military Veterans
at HERC - Metro New York & Southern Connecticut
- Participates in the planning, conceiving, designing and implementation of highly specialized state of the art instrumentation equipment and apparatus for a multi-faceted research project 2. Solves engineering and design problems to ensure that equipment meets the objective of the study 3. Develops reports and proposals for research project outlining machinery available, direction of the design, and development of new instrumentation. 4. Determines available resources such as electrical and mechanical components and equipment. 5. Develops cost and time estimates for specific equipment design. Ensures time and cost estimates are met. 6. Supervises and monitors work of professionals and solicits consulting work from outside labs 7. Manages quality control of work performed on research projects. 8. Teaches research support theories and design. 9. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Skill/ability 1: Ability to be detail-oriented with excellent organizational and record-keeping skills. Required Skill/ability 2: Strong communication skills and ability to effectively train users and staff on proper procedures and methods for using X-ray and other equipment. Required Skill/ability 3: Ability to conduct routine sample preparations and tests, perform data recording and analysis, and maintain accurate records and documentation. Required Skill/ability 4: Proficiency in laboratory techniques, equipment operation, and the ability to follow established protocols. Required Skill/ability 5: Mechanical and electronic skills relevant to maintenance, repair and modification of scientific instruments. Computer skills for instrument operation and data analysis. Preferred Education: Familiarity with a wide range of laboratory techniques and equipment. Good interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate working with faculty and students to assist them in operating instruments and interpreting data. Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Posting Position Title: Research Support Specialist 4 University Job Title: Core Technologist Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Familiarity with a wide range of laboratory techniques and equipment. Good interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate working with faculty and students to assist them in operating instruments and interpreting data. Bachelor's Degree in a related field and five years of related and demonstrated experience in a research development facility or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.
New Haven, CT
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