Research Scientist-Wyant College of Optical Sciences - Job at University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ

Research Scientist-Wyant College of Optical Sciences

Tucson, AZ

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Research Scientist-Wyant College of Optical Sciences
Posting Number	req14959
Department	James C Wyant Coll Optical Sci
Department Website Link	https://www.optics.arizona.edu/
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences is seeking candidates to fill a senior/mid-level research scientist/engineer with background on hardware design, development, implementation and testing of a free-space optical laser communication system. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a government funded research project with a team of faculty members, postdoctoral fellows and students, along with industrial and university partners. Please note: Due to ITAR/EAR restrictions the successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen or hold permanent resident status. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please .
Duties & Responsibilities	Lead research effort on hardware development of free-space laser communication system. Design, develop, implement and test transmitter and receiver terminal consisting of a laser source, a modulator, a beam steering mechanism and optics such as Galvo mirror, fast steering mirror, and MEMS diffractive beam steerer, detectors such as quad detectors, high speed detectors, and cameras. The successful candidate requires knowledge and track-record practice on opt-mechanical-electrical system development and testing. Effectively collaborate with faculty, staff, and students at University of Arizona. As a responsible point of contact and technical lead of hardware development, manage and coordinate efforts among the team at University of Arizona, and with external industry and university partners. Keep track of progress and document. Assist preparation of report and presentations to sponsor. Prepare documents for industrial and university partners. Prepare journal and conference. Assist PI to prepare proposals to existing and prospective sponsors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications	Ph.D. in optics related disciplines, such as electrical engineering, physics, mechanical engineering. Demonstrated 8 years of experience in design, development, implementation and testing of opt-mechanical-electrical-photonics systems. Due to ITAR/EAR restrictions the successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen or hold permanent resident status.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated experience with spatial light modulators such as LCoS, and DMD, and theory on free space optical communication and with beam steering modalities to control such devices. Track record of publications and conference presentations. Experience with hands-on lab work. Demonstrated experience with GPU programming, FPGA, and DNN in image recognition is a plus.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade	10
Career Stream and Level	PC4
Job Family	Researchers & Scientists
Job Function	Research
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	6/30/2023
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Lisa Armijo-larmijo@optics.arizona.edu
Open Date	5/11/2023
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement	At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

Company

University of Arizona

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full or Part Time

Required Education

Doctorate

Required Experience

8+ years