College of Optical Sciences News for Thursday, June 22, 2006

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Employment

Laser Technician.  EV3.  At ev3 we’re committed to developing innovative endovascular technologies for coronary, peripheral and neurological applications.  Creative, competent people with a passion for enhancing healthcare around the globe have driven our success.  Join us as we grow by making a meaningful difference.  We currently have openings for Laser Technicians on our first and second shifts. This position is located at 4600 Nathan Lane N., Plymouth, MN 55442.  In this position you will program laser programs for new tooling and create new tooling when necessary; carry out the preventative maintenance process; set up lasers to run the production schedule which includes replacing laser hardware to run different size tubing, changing the laser parameters and beam profiles according to process requirements, verifying that the first part meets specifications, and utilizing troubleshooting skills if the first part failed first inspection; write protocols and reports and carry out the protocol; assist Engineers with new procedures and testing, which contribute to product and / or process development; work with Engineers to initiate the ECO process and order supplies and parts.  Qualifications:  2 year technical degree or relevant work experience required; a minimum of 2 years manufacturing background with hands-on medical device experience strongly preferred; and strong computer skills including MS Word and Excel.  We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, and the opportunity to improve the lives of people everywhere.  For consideration, please apply online at www.ev3.net or send a cover letter and résumé to ev3jobs@ev3.net   EOE. 

NASA Internships for Undergraduate Students.  A NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Internship provides an opportunity for you to have a mentored research, research & development, science writing, science policy, or science education experience.  The objective is to provide undergraduates who are exploring career options the opportunity to broaden their education with a rich, hands-on experience with the full process of inquiry and discovery. This includes non-science majors and those traditionally underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.  The internship runs one academic year, 10-20 hrs/wk, at $8.00/hr.  Interested undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors (in the Fall semester) who are U.S. citizens are eligible to submit an online application by June 30. Successful applicants come from all majors throughout the university, including a fair number who do not have a science background when they begin the internship.  Space Sciences (from astronomy, chemistry, geology, mathematics, physics, etc.)  Engineering R&D (agricultural, aerospace, aeronautics, chemical, electrical, industrial, mechanical, optical, etc.)  Earth & Environmental Sciences (atmosphere, geology, ecology, agriculture, geography, etc.)  Software & Systems Development (computer engineering, computer science, MIS, web applications development, etc.)  Science Education & Outreach (K-16, informal education, translational science, technology transfer, website design, graphic arts, multi-media production)  Space & Astro Biology (astrobiology, humans in space, protected plant environments, etc.)  Social Sciences, Policy & Management (all social science, business and policy majors)  Science Journalism & Technical Writing  For more information, please contact Susan Brew, Space Grant Program Manager:  sbrew@lpl.arizona.edu or visit NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Internship

Research Intern.  Veeco.  Requirements:  Excellent communications skills.  Lens design and physical optics/interferometry coursework required.  Candidate has to be familiar with computers and Microsoft products.  Labview, Matlab, Zemax experience preferred, as is a solid math background with image and/or signal processing background.  Some expertise in areas related to conventional interferometry like ellipsometry, spectroscopy, structure illumination, holography, confocal microscopy, polarization is a plus as well as programming in ASAP.  Responsibilities:  Initial responsibilities will mainly involve familiarization with Veeco products through hardware and software evaluation to assist research into a variety of new applications including MEMS, data storage, and biology.   Goal is to complete an on-site dissertation-level research project funded by Veeco involving advancing metrology capabilities through research, design, advanced signal processing and experiments.   Veeco’s current research areas include interferometry, bright- and dark-field imaging, and characterization of moving parts, signal and image processing, lens and system illumination design.  All interested people should contact Barb Taylor at btaylor@veeco.com

Senior Optical Engineer.  Rockwell Scientific.  Job number 2354.  Location: Camarillo.  Job Category: Imaging - Thin Film Optics.  Job Description:  Rockwell Scientific's Thin Film Optics Department is in a leading position in the area of Laser Eye Protection (LEP) for the Military. To execute on the increasing opportunities developing in this growing business, we want to enhance our LEP team and add creative, energetic, and hard working individuals to help in the area of product development and testing.  This position is a great opportunity for a result oriented individual to work on cutting edge technology in support of DoD programs. Primary Responsibilities:  Principal investigator, with technical responsibility for assigned program.  Product development and documentation.  Final and in-process specifications.  Test plans and test execution.  Prototype fabrication and transfer to production team, and problem resolution.  Work closely with Program Manager  and the Production Manager on fabrication issues.  Provide technical direction to technical staff assigned for assigned program.  Skills/Experience:  10+ years experience in optics or optical engineering, with emphasis on the design, modeling and evaluation of systems and subsystems based upon optical thin films.  A demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to difficult technical problems, resulting in demonstrated performance, is required.  Thoroughly familiar with optical design and current commercial optical design software tools.  Experience with current commercial thin film design software is required.  Able to recommend optical testing methods appropriate to verify predicted performance of optical designs; experience in optical measurement is desired. Experience in technical program management and in supporting development of new R&D business opportunities.  A strong background in optics, testing, and be able to lead a team of technical contributors.  Experience in Government programs is a plus.  Education:  MS or PhD with graduate courses in Optics.  Keywords:  Optical design, Optical thin films, Optical testing.  Clearance Requirements:  Secret Clearance required.  Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, which include U.S. born or naturalized citizenship, for access to classified information.  EEO/AA/M/F/D/V Employer.  To apply, please visit:  http://www.rockwellscientific.com/cgi-bin/showjob.pl?JOBNUMBER=2354