Laboratory Technician II - Mellon College of Science - Physics Department
Core
Design, develop, and maintain critical laboratory infrastructure for the CMS High-Granularity Calorimeter (HGCal) upgrade at CERN, including precision wirebonding and fabrication of silicon detector modules.
Role type
Senior IC laboratory technician (high-energy physics instrumentation)
Builds
Silicon detector modules and laboratory infrastructure for the CMS HGCal upgrade at CERN
Domain
High-energy physics / Particle accelerator instrumentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
precision wirebonding, silicon detector module fabrication, component handling, quality testing, laboratory equipment maintenance, material inventory management, system-level engineering, technical documentation
Preferred skills
training students and researchers, system integration, troubleshooting
Technologies
wirebonding stations, silicon sensor modules, laboratory instruments
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain critical laboratory infrastructure supporting the CMS High-Granularity Calorimeter (HGCal) upgrade at CERN. Perform precision wirebonding of silicon sensor modules to specifications required for high-energy physics detector fabrication. Manufacture and assemble HGCal silicon detector modules, including component handling, bonding, and quality testing. Monitor and maintain stock of materials necessary for module fabrication; reorder materials as necessary. Train students and researchers in the safe use of laboratory equipment and processes. Collaborate with project teams to understand technical requirements; participate in design discussions, reviews, and system integrations. Engage in system-level engineering and provide technical direction as needed. Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for systems and infrastructure after initial development. Conduct lab work requiring standard tests, routines, and analysis; document results.
