Research Lab
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND, USA
Posted on Mar 26, 2026
Research Lab
- 497859
- Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
- Remote, North Dakota, United States
- Institutional Student
- Closing on: Apr 15 2026
Salary/Position Classification
- $20.00 hourly,
- 20 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
Students will support the quantum optics lab with deposition and characterization of optical thin film coatings for an NSF ExpandQISE project. Work will be performed at UND’s Nanofoundry and involve electron-beam thermal evaporation/deposition of optical thin film coatings, and spectroscopic characterization. This work is to both operationally support the research group with custom optical elements, and to perform research on our thin film deposition techniques. The position includes training on required cleanroom tools with the Nanofoundry staff, and the option to obtain an IEEE cleanroom technician credential.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Receive training at the UND Nanofoundry
- fabricate and characterize optical thin film coatings
- document products and processes
- contribute to group meetings and publications
Minimum Requirements
- Students will support the quantum optics lab with deposition and characterization of optical thin film coatings for an NSF ExpandQISE project.
- Work will be performed at UND’s Nanofoundry and involve electron-beam thermal evaporation/deposition of optical thin film coatings, and spectroscopic characterization.
- This work is to both operationally support the research group with custom optical elements, and to perform research on our thin film deposition techniques.
- The position includes training on required cleanroom tools with the Nanofoundry staff, and the option to obtain an IEEE cleanroom technician credential.
- Receive training at the UND Nanofoundry
- fabricate and characterize optical thin film coatings
- document products and processes
- contribute to group meetings and publications
- Enrolled as a STEM major, sophomore level or higher
- Ability to tolerate cleanroom environment (wearing protective gloves/masks/gowns for several hours
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completed 200-level physics or chemistry coursework
To Apply
To apply to this job please submit;
- Resume
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