Research Engineering Scientist Assistant, Microelectronics Research Center (MRC)

Job Posting Title :

Research Engineering Scientist Assistant, Microelectronics Research Center (MRC)

Hiring Department :

Chandra Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Immediately

Position Duration :

Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2026

Location :

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details : General Notes

The mission of the Microelectronics Research Center (MRC) at the University of Texas at Austin, is to perform education, research and development in materials and electronic devices. MRC is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI). MRC is part of the top-ranked Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department, which is the largest department in the Cockrell School of Engineering with more than 2,600 students and 74 tenured and tenure-track faculty. Our faculty brings state-of-the-art research, development, and design experience into the classroom and lab, ensuring that our students and alumni are amongst the best in their fields and that our research advances the scientific community as well as society and business. Join us in changing the world! The Texas ECE community is committed to advancing the common good through every aspect of our research, education, and outreach activities.

Purpose

The purpose of this research staff position is to carry out research in nanomagnetism and neuromorphic computing under guidance of the PI and working closely with graduate students.

Responsibilities

Thin film deposition of magnetic materials

Magnetic material characterization

Nanofabrication and device testing

Reports on progress at weekly meetings

Dissemination of research results at conferences and through publication

Required Qualifications

Experience in magnetic thin film growth and magnetic materials characterization

Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or related discipline with minimum 3.0 / 4.0 GPA

Previous research experience

Previous clean room experience

Salary Range

$37,044

Working Conditions

Lab work includes handling materials in technical equipment and fume hoods

Travel to disseminate results expected

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

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Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency :

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

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Compliance :

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

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