Technical Support Specialist - Center for Engineering in Medicine
I. Clean room duties (approximately 80%)
Maintain clean room equipment, schedules service calls, orders materials for the clean room and maintains inventory;
Train clean room users in specific procedures:
schedule training for clean room users,
periodically assess user proficiency in specific protocols and procedures,
instruct clean room users in the proper usage of the equipment and provide standard operating procedures (SOP) for equipment and training,
provide training and periodically verify compliance to the regulations for use/handling and transporting/carrying chemicals,
maintain logs of user activity, user clean-room-specific and safety training,
supervise the work of all users in the clean-room
Perform specific microfabrication and clean-room procedures at the request of the lab manager or center director. Helps users on specific microfabrication tasks and performs microfabrication tasks and services. Independently modifies techniques as necessary to meet research and/or experimental needs.
Design and construct microfluidic devices for cell analysis, using a variety of methods, such as soft lithographic rapid prototyping, hot embossing, and other standard MEMS device fabrication techniques. Ensure devices are operational to include troubleshoot and coordinate and/or perform technical adjustment and maintenance to devices.
II. General research duties (approximately 10%)
Test integrated microfluidic systems using a range of test fluids, cell types and clinical samples. Evaluate the performance of the systems through careful data collection and documentation of work practices. Evaluate and optimize cyto-chemical assays in order to meet system design specifications
Critically analyze data collected in the evaluation of microfluidic systems, organize this data, and present data to project manager and/or to the project team. Discuss any observed experimental conditions that may need to be modified with PI and/or Senior personnel; implement recommendations.
Obtain and maintain scientific and technical knowledge needed to support overall research and individual studies. Utilize this knowledge in the development of tools, fixtures, processes, protocols and in meeting other engineering objectives.
Work with doctors, medical researchers, medical research technicians, basic scientists, and other staff members to identify project specifications, establishing goals, time lines, operational requirements, protocols, and other project needs.
III. Research project duties (approximately 10%)
Work within a team-oriented system. Train and supervise fellows and technicians on protocols and equipment operation. Ensure safe operating practices, including developing instructional materials and tools.
Work proactively to resolve any malfunctions and upgrades. Work cooperatively with hospital staff, vendors and leadership to identify and resolve deficiencies, locate or build alternatives and otherwise support the research in a timely and effective manner.
Ensure adherence to all research regulatory and safety requirements. Apply for and maintain approvals for studies involving human and animals; work effectively with research administration and regulatory bodies to communicate and accomplish goals.
Take the lead in the interpretation of results from experiments including the preparation of reports, documentation, publications, and presentations.
Create and maintain project documents, disseminating as needed.
Identify laboratory equipment and supply needs and oversee the timely and cost-effective ordering of these items.
Participate on committees and in professional organizations and meetings.
Technical skills include, but not limited to:
Understanding of clean room operations
Ability to effectively operate, troubleshoot and perform preventive care of clean room equipment, including photolithography machines, hot plates and interferometers
Effective interpersonal skills to convey technical information and build strong working relationships with equipment vendors and others
Cost effective supply ordering
Understanding of safety regulations, storage and handling of specialty chemicals
Knowledge of engineering principles, testing and tolerance methodologies, product development, project management and device fabrication.
Skills in engineering, chemistry and computer science.
Ability to conceptualize and execute research and device models and technical processes.
Ability to diagnose and solve technical problems
Advanced computer skills, including AutoCAD, Matlab, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Good analytical, organizational and communications skills to clearly summarize data to communicate methods used, results, and conclusions for discussion in lab meetings and other forums.
Ability to manage project schedules for the delivery of program objectives.
Ability to execute all work independently, including research related, in a highly multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to train and lead others.
Is knowledgeable and compliant in all hospital, State and Federal regulatory requirements, including hospital policy and procedures (where applicable to the performance of the job), Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Maintain clean room equipment, schedules service calls, orders materials for the clean room and maintains inventory;
Train clean room users in specific procedures:
schedule training for clean room users,
periodically assess user proficiency in specific protocols and procedures,
instruct clean room users in the proper usage of the equipment and provide standard operating procedures (SOP) for equipment and training,
provide training and periodically verify compliance to the regulations for use/handling and transporting/carrying chemicals,
maintain logs of user activity, user clean-room-specific and safety training,
supervise the work of all users in the clean-room
Perform specific microfabrication and clean-room procedures at the request of the lab manager or center director. Helps users on specific microfabrication tasks and performs microfabrication tasks and services. Independently modifies techniques as necessary to meet research and/or experimental needs.
Design and construct microfluidic devices for cell analysis, using a variety of methods, such as soft lithographic rapid prototyping, hot embossing, and other standard MEMS device fabrication techniques. Ensure devices are operational to include troubleshoot and coordinate and/or perform technical adjustment and maintenance to devices.
II. General research duties (approximately 10%)
Test integrated microfluidic systems using a range of test fluids, cell types and clinical samples. Evaluate the performance of the systems through careful data collection and documentation of work practices. Evaluate and optimize cyto-chemical assays in order to meet system design specifications
Critically analyze data collected in the evaluation of microfluidic systems, organize this data, and present data to project manager and/or to the project team. Discuss any observed experimental conditions that may need to be modified with PI and/or Senior personnel; implement recommendations.
Obtain and maintain scientific and technical knowledge needed to support overall research and individual studies. Utilize this knowledge in the development of tools, fixtures, processes, protocols and in meeting other engineering objectives.
Work with doctors, medical researchers, medical research technicians, basic scientists, and other staff members to identify project specifications, establishing goals, time lines, operational requirements, protocols, and other project needs.
III. Research project duties (approximately 10%)
Work within a team-oriented system. Train and supervise fellows and technicians on protocols and equipment operation. Ensure safe operating practices, including developing instructional materials and tools.
Work proactively to resolve any malfunctions and upgrades. Work cooperatively with hospital staff, vendors and leadership to identify and resolve deficiencies, locate or build alternatives and otherwise support the research in a timely and effective manner.
Ensure adherence to all research regulatory and safety requirements. Apply for and maintain approvals for studies involving human and animals; work effectively with research administration and regulatory bodies to communicate and accomplish goals.
Take the lead in the interpretation of results from experiments including the preparation of reports, documentation, publications, and presentations.
Create and maintain project documents, disseminating as needed.
Identify laboratory equipment and supply needs and oversee the timely and cost-effective ordering of these items.
Participate on committees and in professional organizations and meetings.
Technical skills include, but not limited to:
Understanding of clean room operations
Ability to effectively operate, troubleshoot and perform preventive care of clean room equipment, including photolithography machines, hot plates and interferometers
Effective interpersonal skills to convey technical information and build strong working relationships with equipment vendors and others
Cost effective supply ordering
Understanding of safety regulations, storage and handling of specialty chemicals
Knowledge of engineering principles, testing and tolerance methodologies, product development, project management and device fabrication.
Skills in engineering, chemistry and computer science.
Ability to conceptualize and execute research and device models and technical processes.
Ability to diagnose and solve technical problems
Advanced computer skills, including AutoCAD, Matlab, Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Good analytical, organizational and communications skills to clearly summarize data to communicate methods used, results, and conclusions for discussion in lab meetings and other forums.
Ability to manage project schedules for the delivery of program objectives.
Ability to execute all work independently, including research related, in a highly multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to train and lead others.
Is knowledgeable and compliant in all hospital, State and Federal regulatory requirements, including hospital policy and procedures (where applicable to the performance of the job), Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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