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Manager of the Materials Characterization Facility – Research Office
WVU Online. Serve as the technical and operational lead of the Materials Characterization Facility within Shared Research Facilities .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in advanced materials characterization techniques, including X-ray Diffraction and Raman Spectroscopy, while effectively managing facility operations and user training. Capable of developing strategic plans and safety protocols to enhance research capabilities and maintain equipment functionality.
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X-Ray DiffractionRaman SpectroscopyAtomic Force Microscopy (AFM)Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM)Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
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Hard Skills
Materials CharacterizationInstrumentation CalibrationData InterpretationTechnical TroubleshootingEquipment Maintenance
Soft Skills
User TrainingCommunicationLeadership
Tools & Technologies
X-Ray Photoelectron SpectroscopyOptical EllipsometryData Acquisition Systems
Industry Keywords
Materials SciencePhysicsElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringLaboratory Safety Protocols
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesRay
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Serve as the technical and operational lead of the Materials Characterization Facility within Shared Research Facilities
- Maintain the functionality of all instrumentation in the facility
- Perform in-house calibration and routine maintenance of assigned instrumentation
- Troubleshoot problematic equipment and solicit technical support
- Work with vendors on repairs, upgrades, and required maintenance
- Assist WVU researchers and external users with instrument use, data interpretation, and analysis
- Develop instrument protocols
- Develop training materials and train new users on equipment operation and techniques
- Oversee the MCF user community to maintain facility integrity
- Continuously improve technical skills and engage users through workshops and lectures
- Develop and manage instrumentation safety protocols in coordination with WVU EHS
- Engage faculty and research leadership on adapting or expanding the facility in line with university strategic goals
- Develop long-term strategic plans, including equipment purchases, decommissioning, and new techniques
- Perform paid services for researchers and external users
- Maintain supplies and purchasing associated with the facility
- Work with WVU Facilities to ensure laboratory environmental standards
- Oversee MCF student workers as appropriate
- Assist other SRF facilities managers as appropriate
- Report to the Director of the Shared Research Facilities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Physics, Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in advanced materials characterization
- Expertise in X-ray Diffraction
- Expertise in X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy
- Expertise in Raman Spectroscopy
- Expertise in Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)
- Expertise in Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM)
- Expertise in Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
- Expertise in Optical Ellipsometry
- Basic understanding of electronics, digital communications and networking
- Basic understanding of data acquisition and analysis
- Basic understanding of computer hardware and software
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
Benefits
Comp & perks- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
- 18 sick days per year
- Health insurance and other benefits
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
- Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
- Wellness programs
- Work-life balance and supportive, collaborative atmosphere