Lab Technician (Scanning Electron Microscope)

What are we looking for in our LAB Research Chemist/Physicist/Engineer II?

Russell Tobin is seeking a Lab Technician (SEM) for a well-known material science organization in Maplewood, MN.

Job Title: Lab Technician (Scanning Electron Microscope)

Location: Maplewood, MN (on-site)

Job Type: Contract

Length: 1 – 2 years

Core hours: 8 hours daily, to be completed between 8am-4pm, with some flexibility. Must be available to work 3-5 days of run coverage per month. MUST be open to working 2nd or 3rd shifts or weekend shifts to support this run coverage. This would be part of a 40-hour work week.

Pay Rate: $27 - $32 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Prepare routine and novel samples for analysis via SEM or AFM analysis using ultramicrotomy, ion milling, and other conventional techniques.
• Operating SEM or AFM and collecting data.
• Complete basic image processing and data analysis.
• Organize generated data into communicable reports.
• Support product development engineers through physical property and optical testing/characterization, sample prep.
• Run coverage, day/ afternoon/ or midnight shift, as needed (roughly 3-5 days per month)
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree (Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related discipline)
• 2 years experience working in laboratory
  
  

Preferences:

• Knowledge of, and experience with high resolution SEM imaging of a wide variety of materials (ex. metals, silicon, polymers).
• Knowledge of, and experience operating the AFM, optimizing scans for non-routine samples, and comfortable with routine maintenance.
• Familiarity with SEM or AFM sample preparation techniques such as ultramicrotomy and ion milling.
• Familiarity with complementary surface characterization and microscopy techniques (compound, confocal, interferometer, etc.)
• Experience with programming languages or image analysis software like ImageJ, etc (python, Matlab). Image processing and image analysis software.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines and demonstrates flexibility for changing priorities
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, self-motivated, organized and interested in learning
• Strong observational and documentation skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Creative problem-solving skills.
  
  

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors. 

Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to [email protected] for immediate consideration.