Job Information
Rochester Institute of Technology Senior Laboratory Technician in Rochester, New York
9184BR
Position Title:
Senior Laboratory Technician
Organization:
CIMS PAL
Job Responsibilities:
The major responsibilities of this position are:
Work with engineers to develop and document testing procedures
Execute a wide variety of testing programs with attention to detail
Analyze test data and generate standard and custom testing reports
Manage incoming orders and customer communication on standard testing jobs
Develop and maintain experience on wide variety of different types of testing and analytical equipment
Provide guidance and basic training to co-op employees (students)
Manage a variety of different simultaneous tasks
Essential Responsibilities:
Support development and maintenance of test equipment, and development and continuous improvement of test protocols and documentation
Set-up, operate and monitor, and manage multiple different simultaneous testing programs
Generate accurate and on-time test reports
Communicate with customers relative to schedule and delivery of standardized tests
FLSA Category:
Non-exempt
Requisition Number:
9184BR
College/Division:
Golisano Institute for Sustainability
Required Application Documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Minimum Education Level:
HS, GED
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
118H
Required Qualifications:
A minimum of 10 years of technician experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment is required.
Skills:
Experience in setting up and operating various test equipment and programs, as well as data analysis and reporting
Strong computer and data analysis skills, including use of MS Office software (word, excel, email) or equivalent
Good written and verbal communication skills, including report writing
Good hands on (electro-mechanical) skills
Strong collaboration, teamwork, communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
Self-motivated, with interesting in learning new skills
Strong organizational skills and house-keeping ethic
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include:
Associates degree is strongly preferred
Exposure to printing equipment and processes, and print quality testing
Experience as a technician in a manufacturing environment (quality assurance, metrology, materials laboratory, equipment repair, etc)
Familiarity with basic statistical principles
Familiarity with operating/maintaining electro-mechanical equipment
Experience in installing, calibrating, debugging sensors
Experience with data acquisition software and systems
Department/College Description:
The Golisano Institute for Sustainability (GIS) (https://www.rit.edu/sustainabilityinstitute/about) is a leading sustainability research and education organization at Rochester Institute of Technology. GIS is made up of a diverse set of academic programs and applied research centers focused on the optimization of industrial systems to maximize material and energy efficiency while minimizing adverse environmental impacts. We work with partners in all areas of industry, government, and business to put technology and innovation to work for a sustainable future. The diverse perspectives we bring to a project or problem reflect our broad expertise across industries and the many partnerships we’ve formed with forward-thinking corporations, government agencies, and research organizations over the last 30 years.
Our six industry-facing applied research centers (https://www.rit.edu/sustainabilityinstitute/research) focus on sustainable manufacturing, energy, transportation, and buildings. They work to develop advanced technologies, sustainable industrial processes and practices, and data-informed policy recommendations. Each year, about 100+ companies, governments, and other organizations engage GIS’s research centers on a variety of projects (https://www.rit.edu/sustainabilityinstitute/work-with-us) to solve technical problems, innovate products or processes, research manufacturing technologies, reduce their environmental footprint, or commercialize a new technology. Research center projects are led by full-time professional staff with significant industry experience and access to nearly 90,000 square feet of infrastructure including state- of-the-art labs and testbeds.
Shift:
A
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/humanresources/benefits) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Henrietta Campus — 100%
Job Summary:
As a core member of the GIS dedicated research team, this position will support an engineering team on various applied research and technical programs. The person in this position will leverage experience in set-up and execution of a wide variety of laboratory tests, including analysis of data and generating high quality test reports for GIS customers. The work may include operation of prototype fluid/thermal manufacturing processes, test equipment for electro-mechanical devices, and evaluation of printing system quality. GIS technicians work with experienced engineering staff to both develop and execute testing programs, and attention to detail and quality of work are most important, while prior exposure to a wide variety of different types of testing is beneficial. Interest and ability in diverse work assignments, and ability to learn on the job, are critical to the position.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
21
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
36
