[labnetwork] UMass/Amherst Job Opportunity

[John Nicholson]

Senior Research Fellow - Roll to Roll Facility Director


https://umass.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=79640&CNTRNO=1&TSTMP=1481644674084




*Job Description:*

The facility director will be responsible for the logistical aspects of the
facilities, including physical space, daily operations, technical,
financial and personnel aspects of the six laboratories in the R2R
Fabrication and Processing Facility in the Institute at UMASS Amherst.  The
candidate is expected to provide operational training to students,
postdocs, staff, faculty, and external collaborators. This includes
providing technical assistance, demonstrations, and the execution of
proof-of-concept studies. The core facility director will also establish,
monitor, and enforce safety and chemical handling procedures;
environmental, health, safety and cleaning controls; and emergency plans.
In addition, he/she will develop expertise in the areas of R2R
nanofabrication/patterning and processing mainly; nanoimprint lithography
techniques, optical lithography, etching, deposition and printing
techniques. Initiate engagement with private industries/academic
institutions/government labs/funding agencies to encourage partnership and
facilitate sponsored projects.



The Director is also encouraged to aggressively seek external funding
either independently or in collaboration with others. Schedule and perform
tours and demonstrations of the facilities to visitors and interested
parties. The Director is expected to participate in conferences, seminars
and other relevant meetings to promote the facility, attract funding and
encourage collaborations. In collaboration with IALS Administration,
prepare lab operating budget, estimate project specific charges for
machine/user time, materials/supplies cost, negotiate service contracts
with vendors, and suggest/implement policies that utilize financial
resources effectively. Assist the faculty in the development and execution
of life science related nanofabrication lab courses or modules. In
conjunction with the R2R Faculty Advisory Committee, recommend selection
and purchase of new laboratory capabilities that meet future anticipated
needs and maintain state-of-the-art capabilities


*Requirements:*

B.S. in engineering, applied sciences, manufacturing or related field with
five years' operational experience required. Experience collaborating with
industrial partners preferred.

Demonstrated experience in one or more areas of advanced manufacturing,
which may include wafer-based, R2R based nanoimprint lithography/patterning
techniques, additive manufacturing, nanofabrication, material and process
development for R2R techniques, etc. Preference will be given to candidates
with R2R experience. Ideally this experience will be backed by a record of
patents, publications, or proven products gained in the above mentioned
areas.

Minimum 5 years of related operational experience. Demonstrated experience
in good manufacturing practices and/or class 10,000 clean room operations
is beneficial.

Good communication skills and ability to effectively interact with faculty,
students, staff and industrial partners from a broad range of disciplines
and backgrounds.


The facility website:

http://www.umass.edu/ials/


All contact should be through Human Resources at the top web link.

Regards,

-- 
John Nicholson
Nanofabrication Laboratories Manager
Conte Center for Polymer Research, Rm. B111
University of Massachusetts Amherst
120 Governor's Drive
Amherst,MA 01003-9305
Phone: 413-545-2772
Fax: 413-577-0165
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