Northeastern University
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R134832**About the Opportunity****JOB SUMMARY**The Electronic Instrumentation Technician in the Introductory Physics Laboratory (IPL) in the Department of Physics is primarily responsible for testing, maintaining, and fixing various experimental equipment, ranging from mechanics to nuclear physics, that is used in teaching labs in support of several physics courses. Candidates must have skills in servicing mixed lab equipment: mechanical, electrical, magnetic, fluidic, optical, as well as electronics utilized in experiments (e.g. sensors, imaging cameras, signal generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies). Knowledge of lab computers, electronic circuits, and CAD software is required.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES*** Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation used in the IPL* Advise IPL Directors and IPL Supervisor with evaluation and upgrades of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Maintain CAD drawings archive of experimental parts.* Assist with physics demonstrations and instrumentation for teaching and research labs in the Department of Physics. Perform other duties to support the teaching and research mission of the department as requested by the Physics Faculty.**QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Physics required, with experience in electronics.* Minimum 5 years of experience in Physics Laboratory or similar environment.* Ability to repair various physics teaching and research lab equipment.* Knowledge of lab computers and software, including CAD.**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**106H**Expected Hiring Range:**$23.02 - $31.66*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.*Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Boston, MA (Main Campus)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R134832**About the Opportunity****JOB SUMMARY**The Electronic Instrumentation Technician in the Introductory Physics Laboratory (IPL) in the Department of Physics is primarily responsible for testing, maintaining, and fixing various experimental equipment, ranging from mechanics to nuclear physics, that is used in teaching labs in support of several physics courses. Candidates must have skills in servicing mixed lab equipment: mechanical, electrical, magnetic, fluidic, optical, as well as electronics utilized in experiments (e.g. sensors, imaging cameras, signal generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies). Knowledge of lab computers, electronic circuits, and CAD software is required.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES*** Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation used in the IPL* Advise IPL Directors and IPL Supervisor with evaluation and upgrades of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Maintain CAD drawings archive of experimental parts.* Assist with physics demonstrations and instrumentation for teaching and research labs in the Department of Physics. Perform other duties to support the teaching and research mission of the department as requested by the Physics Faculty.**QUALIFICATIONS*** Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Physics required, with experience in electronics.* Minimum 5 years of experience in Physics Laboratory or similar environment.* Ability to repair various physics teaching and research lab equipment.* Knowledge of lab computers and software, including CAD.**Position Type**Research**Additional Information**Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**Compensation Grade/Pay Type:**106H**Expected Hiring Range:**$23.02 - $31.66*With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.*Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—which includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000-plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.
The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver.Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment.
Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind. #J-18808-Ljbffr