Manager Microfabrication Cleanrooms - Shared Research Facilities

Description
West Virginia University Research Corporation is currently accepting applications for Manager Microfabrication Cleanrooms of the Shared Research Facilities.

About the Opportunity

As Manager Microfabrication Cleanrooms, you will be responsible for the operation and management of WVU Shared Research Facilities Cleanroom Facilities (CRF). The CRF is constituted of two cleanrooms located on the Evansdale and Downtown campuses. The cleanrooms are equipped for microfabrication using ultraviolet lithography, physical and chemical vapor deposition, wet and dry etching, thermal processes, wafer dicing, wire bonding, packaging, and associated process metrology. The ideal candidate is expected to take charge of cleanroom operations and have expertise in one or a few of the aforementioned areas. This is a highly skilled position that facilitates research within the ECAS (Eberly College of Arts and Sciences), DCANRD (Davis College for Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design), HSC (Health Sciences Campus), the Statler CEMR (College of Engineering and Mineral Resources) and with external clients. This position serves as a resource contact and independently uses professional concepts to solve a wide range of moderate to complex problems in imaginative and practical ways. It is expected that the incumbent will stay abreast of new developments in the field and stay up to date on new techniques and make recommendations for new equipment purchases. The manager will work with relevant faculty to develop a strategic plan for the CRF to provide optimal and contemporary services to the WVU community.

At WVU Research Corporation, we strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU Research Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to suit your needs:

13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
PTO
403(b) retirement savings with a fully vested 3% employee contribution match, (Employees have the option of contributing an additional 1-3% of their earnings to the plan, which is also matched by the WVURC)
A range of health insurance and other benefits
Dependent Education Scholarship
WVU Perks
And More!!

What you'll do:

Cleanroom Facilities Management

Laboratory Supervision and Management

Lead operation of the cleanroom facilities, monitor various operational and performance parameters and carry out routine housekeeping.
Supervise day-to-day activities of researchers and students assigned as staff for shared facilities.
Develop and implement lab safety protocols and, procedures and operating procedures for various laboratory equipment and processes.
Develop and document microfabrication process flows.
Operate facility instrumentation and evaluate performance for baseline processes.
Organize scheduling use of lab equipment. This includes maintaining and operating iLab hardware and software.
Set up user accounts for new cleanroom users.
Generate periodic lab reports on but not limited to usage, recharge, laboratory spending and budget documents.
Assess state of the art technical developments and make recommendations about new equipment purchases and new technique development.

Maintenance/Repair/Operation Duties

Develop new experimental configurations, provide assistance or paid fabrication services to faculty, students and external clients as appropriate.
Assist as needed in operation of laboratory equipment.
Execute or arrange for the repair of all related equipment.
Establish and oversee laboratory maintenance schedule, including assigning maintenance tasks.
Maintain and operate all laboratory vacuum systems and associated equipment, microscopy systems, spectroscopy systems, and material deposition systems.
Maintain laboratory-specific water systems - cooling and DI water.
Troubleshoot and work with building supervisors and WVU Facilities to address laboratory issues e.g., HVAC, domestic water, etc.

Training, Services, Safety and Business Operations

Provide training related to chemical and lab safety in the cleanrooms.
Provide training and instruction to all researchers in the proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Provide instruction to lab users in general lab knowledge and skills.
Consult with prospective external clients about their technical needs, recommend appropriate instrumentation and develop process flows and quotes, then conduct pay-per-service experiments upon clients' acceptance of quotes.
Work with SRF Chemical Hygiene Officer to implement laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan procedures and training.
Maintain inventory of chemical supplies appropriate for the laboratory.
Purchase chemicals, laboratory equipment, and other consumables in coordination with the SRF Director and Faculty as appropriate.
Review and confirm purchases each month in online management system.
Liaise with suppliers/vendors to prepare and execute service agreements.

Supervisory/Lead Role

The position reports to the Director, SRF, but should work independently. The manager normally receives no instructions on routine work and only general instructions on new assignments. The ideal candidate will interact independently with faculty and students and will represent WVU Shared Research Facilities with manufacturers and equipment representatives concerning issues related to this position. The supervisor sets overall expectations for the position and the incumbent is expected to carry out the various responsibilities of position. Program, project, or activity lead responsibilities are a recurring aspect of this position. The manager will typically, determine methods and procedures on new assignments and general sharing of knowledge and team participation is expected in the role. Guidance and supervision of others is required.

Qualifications
Associate's degree with a minimum of seven (7) or more years of directly related experience, OR a bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) or more years of directly related experience.

Directly related, hands-on experience of microfabrication and/or working and operating cleanroom equipment.

Maintain skills in, or knowledge of, professional principles, legal and/or reporting requirements affecting area of responsibility.

Requires knowledge of ultra-high vacuum practices.
Requires knowledge of microfabrication practices and cleanroom operations.
Requires knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and application skills.
Requires basic knowledge of the physical principles underlying scientific instruments and instrument programming techniques.
Requires a background in general physical science.
Requires knowledge of laboratory safety and chemical hygiene practices.
Requires knowledge of business management software and ability to operate it to track revenue and usage.

Skills in supervising including delegating responsibility, training, and organizing objectives.
Skills in program, project, and activity lead assignment(s).
Skills in fostering a stimulating, accepting learning environment.
Skills in working with a PC and various applications for instrumentation and business operations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle for travel to different campus locations.
Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively with vendors, and before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Skill in negotiating compromises and workable solutions concerning laboratory and equipment use issues with faculty and students.
Ability to gather data, compile product or equipment specifications, and make recommendations.
A high degree of physical coordination and manual dexterity is required for the accurate operation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment, including visual inspection of small delicate parts and samples. Good manual dexterity is required to operate power tools in the machine shop and hand tools during manual operation, maintenance and repair.
The incumbent will stand for long periods of time; lift objects in excess of 75 lbs.; have to bend and maneuver in awkward positions and restricted places that may require the need to climb, balance, stoop, crouch, and crawl.
Work will mostly be in the cleanroom and supporting chases. It will involve proximity to moving and rotating parts. Work activities are sometimes conducted outdoors such that outside weather conditions, temperature, and humidity may be encountered. The employee will be required work with some chemicals and analytical gases. Some exposure to dust, fumes, electric current, radiation, heavy metals, moving parts, odor, and noise may be encountered during the testing activities.
Established safety procedures and regulations must be followed at all times, and the employee must adhere to codes and legal requirements in executing tasks.

Requirements
Valid U.S. Driver's License.
About Research Corporation
About Research Corporation

The WVURC was created as a not-for-profit corporation in 1985 to support research (R1) at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff and students of the University.

The WVURC receives and administers funds awarded by external agencies for research and other activities and is responsible for helping protect intellectual property through patents, copyrights and licensing agreements for start-up companies based on University research.

Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic environment is core to WVURC's mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.

West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among its employees and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
Job Posting : Jan 17, 2023Posting Classification: Research CorporationExemption Status: ExemptBenefits Eligible: Yes Schedule : Full-time