[Cugapost] Laboratory Instrument Maker-Machinist Position at UVA

[Lorelei Chopard]

*Laboratory Instrument Maker-Machinist*

The Department of Physics at the University of Virginia is seeking a 
Laboratory Instrument Maker-Machinist to support the research and 
educational mission of the department and school. The incumbent will 
work with undergraduate and graduate students, research professionals, 
and faculty to fabricate, construct, and/or design instruments for 
research and instruction. Duties include advanced machining, 
welding/soldering/brazing, preventative maintenance on shop equipment, 
and teaching student shop courses as needed. The incumbent must possess 
excellent communication skills, attention to detail, superior customer 
service in working with undergraduate and graduate students, research 
professionals, and faculty to fabricate, construct, and/or design 
instruments for research and instruction, possess problem solving skills 
and the ability to multitask in a high-paced academic environment.  
Incumbent must have the ability to work both independently and as a 
strong team player, demonstrated mastery of machine tool practices and 
safety, ability to work from sketches/blueprints and verbal instruction; 
and understand the fundamentals of industrial design, and demonstrated 
ability to operate machines and tools such as Computer Numerical Control 
(CNC) mills and lathes to close tolerance is required.   A high school 
diploma or equivalent and at least seven years or more of experience in 
similar shop (e.g. “model shop” or similar position in academia or 
industry) are required.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is 
required. Machinist Certificate is strongly preferred.  Working 
knowledge of Computer Solid Works Design, Computer Aided Manufacture 
(CAM), AutoCAD Drawing interchange (DXF) and Parasolid form are highly 
preferred.  Experience converting files to AutoCAD Drawing Interchange 
Format (DXF) and Parasolid form to use on CNC controls is strongly 
preferred.

This position is restricted per policy HRM-015 
(http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-015) and is contingent upon 
the continuation of funding.

To apply, please complete an online staff application through Jobs at UVA 
(https://jobs.virginia.edu), and electronically attach a resume, a cover 
letter and contact information for three professional references. Search 
on posting 0619678.  This position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding this position or the on-line application process 
should be directed to:

Tammie Shifflett

434- 924-6565

tms4t at virginia.edu <mailto:tms4t at virginia.edu>

The University will perform background checks on all new University 
Staff hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative 
action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with 
disabilities are encouraged to apply.


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