Engineer Physics - Western Michigan University : Job Details

Position Details Posting Summary College College Of Arts And Sciences Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs Department Physics Posting Detail Information Posting Number S1225P Job Type Full Time, Regular Pay Type Exempt/Salaried Pay Grade G Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package. Number of VacanciesGeneral Summary Supports the Department of Physics' research and teaching mission by managing the accelerator laboratory, research, and teaching laboratories. Operates and maintains the particle accelerator. Assists with setting up, calibrating, and repairing scientific equipment. Ensures all laboratories are used safely, efficiently, and effectively. Major Duties

• Maintains, upgrades, repairs, and rebuilds instrumentation within the accelerator and other laboratories in the department.
• Designs, upgrades, and builds electronic and digital control systems for the department and the accelerator.
• Operates the accelerator to support faculty and student research activities. Trains students safe and effective operations of the machine.
• Conducts safety orientations for students, internal visitors, and external guests.
• Engages students in hands-on design and instrumentation projects to enhance their educational experience.
• Participates in outreach activities.
• Provides guided tours of the laboratory and actively supports recruitment efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years' relevant experience.
• Experience with electronics development.
• Experience with analog and digital electronic repair and design.

Desired QualificationsSpecial Instructions to Applicants

• External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.

Additional Position Information

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• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Moderate work occasionally working in difficult position or with physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials from 25 to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving materials greater than 50 pounds.
• Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.