[labnetwork] DIRECTOR, Micro/nanofabrication center, Princeton University

[Alex I. Norman]

Director, Micro/Nanofabrication Center, Princeton Materials Institute, Princeton University
Application for Senior Professional Specialist / Professional Specialist ***REVISED & REPOSTED*** (princeton.edu)<https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/apply/application.xhtml?listingId=29441>
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the Director of the Micro/Nanofabrication Center (MNFC), within the Princeton Materials Institute.
The MNFC is Princeton's central shared-use fabrication facility with over 15,000 sq ft. of clean room space, housing a large complement of tools dedicated to thin film deposition, photolithography, e-beam lithography, etching, soft materials and microfluidics, and processing from meso-scale to nanometer scales.  The facility interfaces with researchers from academia and industry and plays a critical role in the Institute's research and educational mission. Further information about the Center can be found at https://mnfc.princeton.edu
The Director serves as the primary scientific and operational leader, managing the daily activities of the MNFC and communication with facility stakeholders. Responsibilities will include oversight of technical staff, safety, user training, equipment maintenance, tool acquisition and installation, lab-based training and educational programs, and other aspects of facilities operations. The Director position is University-funded, without specific end date, and reports to the Associate Director for Facilities of the Institute.
Successful candidates are expected to have experience in the operations of an academic cleanroom (detailed below). The candidate will be committed to leading a diverse cleanroom community composed of faculty, users, and staff, combined with an interest in helping develop research and educational support within the Institute and with local industry.
Some specific duties and responsibilities include:
*Supervising and managing technical staff members
*Collaborating with users, faculty, and management to develop strategic near- and long-term research, capabilities, and implementation plans
*Coordinating with facilities on tool installations and facility maintenance
*Developing new education and training modules to support evolving needs as well as the educational mission of the University
*Assisting with finding and competing for external research/operational funding opportunities
*Reviewing and updating MNFC policies when needed; implement operational changes based on need and/or improved operational efficiency
*Working closely with Users Committee to gather feedback to improve user experience, and/or expand capabilities
*Financial responsibilities: approving purchases; annual budget preparation; reviewing, and providing adjustments to monthly reports; analysis of tools utilization; user rate development with central PMI office
*Promoting the MNFC and engage with the scientific community - presenting at workshops, and conferences
Essential Qualifications:
*PhD preferred, or Advanced degree in a related field including 10+ years cleanroom experience
*Leadership and management of personnel
*Hands-on experience in all cleanroom technology areas including but not limited to photolithography, nanolithography, metrology, physical vapor deposition, chemical vapor deposition, pattern transfer, microfluidics, and soft lithography
*Knowledge of safety and health issues concerning cleanroom, life safety, equipment, clean operations and protocols, and hazardous materials handling and disposal
*Excellent communication skills are required to work and interface with all stakeholders
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume documenting their experience and skill set, and a list of 3 or more references.
This position is subject to the University's background check policy. To apply visit https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/29441
For application information and how to voluntarily self-identify, please link to http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm

Requisition No: D-23-PSM-00005

How to Apply
The form below must be completed to submit your application for this position.
It is recommended that you read through the entire application and gather the required application materials before beginning your application. You will not be able to save or return to edit a partial application. Only complete applications will be accepted for consideration and the application form must be completed in its entirety before it can be submitted.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address that you provide in your application. In some cases, your references may be contacted using the email address that you provide for them and may be asked to provide their recommendation via a web-based form similar to the application form.
Be sure to provide the correct email addresses for you and all of your references to ensure that communications from Princeton University are properly delivered.
For more information send an email to alex.norman at princeton.edu<mailto:alex.norman at princeton.edu> or call 609-258-6855



Alexander Norman, Ph.D
Executive Director, Princeton Materials Institute
Princeton University
Bowen Hall, Room 324
70 Prospect Street
Princeton, NJ 08544

(609) 258-6855
alex.norman at princeton.edu<mailto:alex.norman at princeton.edu>

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