University of Chicago

University of Chicago

Staff Scientist

Lemont, IL, USA · Staff+ · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$70k-$80kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role

  • In addition, the role will include student supervision.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitates and promotes advanced technical/scientific research projects, including research on nanoscale systems. Recognizes the need for innovation and develops or incorporates advances in research concepts to help disseminate results.
  • Collaborates and coordinates with other researchers in the group in joint research efforts.
  • Builds relationships crucial to the success of the lab, PME, and UChicago.
  • Manages complex data sets for research.
  • Collaborates closely with the research team to disseminate research methods to support or advance their research.
  • Collaborates on the development of new research projects.
  • Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage complex data sets for research.
  • Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
  • Performs other related work as needed.
  • Recognizes the need for innovation and develops or incorporates advances in research concepts to help disseminate results.

Requirements

  • Possess experience in nanofabrication in a clean room.

Nice to have

  • Doctoral degree with an established track record in physics, materials science, quantum engineering, or related field.

Skills

  • Strong computer programming and instrumentation interface skills in Python and Matlab programming languages.
  • Knowledge of simulation and computer-aided design software.
  • Familiarity with manuscript drafting, editing and review.
  • Familiarity with report writing/submission.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, organization and coordination skills.
  • Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent time management skills and handle multiple, concurrent tasks within deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Prioritize urgent tasks while ensuring established deadlines are met.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changes in workflow and procedures.
  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Research Statement/Cover Letter (required)
  • Technical Skills or Knowledge:

Compensation

  • $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Benefits

  • Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
  • Benefits Eligible

Company info

  • Department PME Argonne About the Department The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME; https://pme.uchicago.edu/) was established in May 2019 and evolved from the Institute for Molecular Engineering, which was founded in 2011.
  • The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME; https://pme.uchicago.edu/) was established in May 2019 and evolved from the Institute for Molecular Engineering, which was founded in 2011.

Equal opportunity

  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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