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Watt's Up College of Optical Sciences News for May 24, 2007
Watt's Going On In Distance Learning at OSC?
Take a look at our Fall 2007 class list: we are offering eight classes including two that have not been available to off-campus students previously. Sign up now -- take a class or two, earn a professional certificate, or start working toward your Masters. The choice is yours and the opportunities for success are nearly unlimited. To get started, call Cindy Robertson, our distance learning guru, at 520-626-4719 or check us out at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/academics/videoclasses.htm
Classes begin on Monday, August 20
Scholarship News
OSC Community Speaker Awards
From Scott Gibb. The votes have been tallied for the 2007 spring semester OSC Community Speaker Awards. The audience chose: Karen Twietmeyer for Best Technical Presentation for her talk entitled How To Build A Polarimeter; Jack Gaskill for Most Enjoyable Presentation for his presentation entitled,Overcoming OPDD (Oral Presentation Deficit Disorder), Or, How not to Give a Talk; and Bruce Pixton for Best Introduction of a Speaker for his introduction of Bruce Pixton.
Congratulations Karen, Jack, and Bruce.
Free CODE V and LightTools Licenses for Graduating Students
Enter Optical Research Associates' Student Optical Design Competition
Optical Research Associates invites you to participate in its annual Optical Design Competition, which recognizes excellence in optical design projects completed by students. Students can enter an optical design class assignment or thesis work that uses CODE V or LightTools. Awards totalling $4,000 will be granted. Entry deadline is June 15. Winners will be announced in July. For details, go to: http://www.opticalres.com/student/optical_design_competition_f.html
Optical Research Associates is a College of Optical Sciences Industrial Affiliate at the Principal Partners level
A New Look for an Old Friend
If you've visited SPIE's Web site recently, you may have noticed some changes -- big changes. First, SPIE has adopted a new name: SPIE. That's all. It's no longer an acronym and you don't have to try to remember what it stands for because it doesn't stand for anything. Second, they've adopted a new statement of purpose: "SPIE is an international society advancing an interdisciplinary approach to the science and application of light". And third, check out their stunning new logo, pictured above. SPIE's Web designers have cleverly used the logo in a variety of colors to guide readers through their various Web sections: red for the home page, light blue for conferences, yellow for publications, and so on. See for yourself at http://spie.org/x10.xml
SPIE is a College of Optical Sciences Industrial Affiliate at the Executive Partners level.
Happy Birthday
Watt's Happening
more at
May 25,
2007 -- PhD Final Exam -- 10:00 a.m. -- Meinel 701
May 28, 2007 -- Memorial Day -- University Holiday
July 4, 2007 -- Independence Day -- University Holiday
September 3, 2007 -- Labor Day -- University Holiday
September 25 and 26, 2007 -- OSC Fall Written Comprehensive Exam
November 12, 2007 -- Veterans Day -- University Holiday
November 22-23, 2007 -- Thanksgiving -- University Holidays
December 24-25, 2007 -- Christmas -- University Holidays
December 24, 2007 - January 1, 2008 -- University Closure Dates
January 1, 2008 -- New Years Day -- University Holiday
Other Employment Opportunities in Optics
more at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/employment/nationalopenings.htm
Marketing Specialist. Reichert. Skills / Requirements: Basic knowledge of optics, ophthalmic diagnostic instruments and associated applications, and ophthalmic disease diagnosis / treatment desired. Strong written and oral communication skills required. Bachelor’s degree required, 5 years experience desired. Strong computer skills / knowledge of Microsoft Office required. Technical aptitude desired. Travel required. Job Responsibilities: Responsible for developing a thorough understanding of the market, including customer wants, needs, and practices. Responsible for supporting sales staff, dealers, customers, and clinical site installation and training needs (travel required). Assist with marketing promotional activities including advertising, literature / brochure creation, and trade show materials. Assist with development of marketing specifications to support new product development efforts. Assist product teams with marketing support of existing product activities. Attend industry trade shows / events. Please have any responses sent to our HR manager. Her name is Alyce Bialek and she can be contacted at 716 686 4515 or at abialek@reichert.com http://www.reichert.com/
Agency Listing. Senior Electro-Optical Scientist/Engineer. Job Description: The industry leader in miniature optical-sensing and photonics is seeking highly motivated Senior Electro-Optical Systems Engineer or Scientist for its growing Research and Development team. The Research and Development team is responsible for developing the next generation of products and techniques to ensure the companies growth and sustainable competitive advantage. The Senior Electro-Optical Systems Engineer or Scientist will lead and conduct basic and applied research experiments and develop new measurement systems and techniques. The candidate will be expected to help guide an interdisciplinary team to conceive, evaluate, conduct, and communicate research to others with minimal guidance and supervision. This position will contribute leadership in the development of the company’s next generation of light sources and electro-optical sensing and spectroscopy systems via creative and innovative use of emerging and state of the art photonics technologies. Our client offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and friendly, casual-dress work environment, as well as significant opportunity for career growth for those that deliver exceptional results. If you love the spirit of entrepreneurship and eschew conventional thinking, you might have a home here. We offer a flexible, dynamic atmosphere with the opportunity to be part of the most exciting growth in our company’s history. Company information: Our client is a leading photonics technology firm. Their integrated photonics technologies include spectrometers, process control systems, fiber optic chemical sensors and much more. Its customers respect this company for its innovative and proprietary products and services. The company has grown nearly 100% in the past 3 years. This growth rate is expected to continue the next 5-6 years. Basic skills and experience required for consideration: A minimum of a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics/Optical Engineering or Physics with more than 10 years of relevant working experience. A Ph.D. in Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering is preferred. Candidates with other academic qualifications but having a good track record in the above requirements will also be considered for this or other opportunities. Considerable and demonstrated experience using commercially available optical design and modeling tools (such as Zemax, ASAP, LightTools, Code V, R-Soft, etc.). Good understanding of Optical and Systems Design Principles (theory & practical) is absolutely required. Solid foundation in geometric, physical, and electro optics. Familiarity with various optical and electro-optical sources, components and detectors. Good understanding of thin film coating and optical fabrication methods. Considerable background in performing optical and opto-mechanical tolerance work. Strong understanding of design for manufacturability and reliability. Fluency with computing software such as Matlab, Mathematica, or Excel, and data acquisition software such as Labview. Have worked on multiple product development cycles from concept through production. Experience in writing technical reports and work instructions (including creating engineering drawings). Ability to work both independently and in a group setting. Excellent English written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Current eligibility to work in the US. Experience in Spectroscopy instrumentation and analytical instruments is highly desirable. Those applying for this senior position will also have to: Have interest and ability in mentoring or guiding junior scientists and engineers in systems engineering, optics, photonics, and optical design function and demonstrate a willingness to share his/her knowledge throughout the company and with customers. Be able to lead a multi-discipline product development team, lead technical discussions, and predict system level performance of new product concepts. Other tasks can include leading efforts in fabrication, assembly, test and integration of new systems, preparing statements of work, interfacing with vendors, estimating costs and tracking progress. Serve as an expert in optics and photonics and assisting product engineering and manufacturing as needed. Personal Qualities: Enthusiastic and energetic. Comfortable working with a variety of people. Able to meet deadlines. Compensation information: A competitive compensation package is offered. The timeframe to fill this position is as-soon-as-possible. For more information or to apply please contact: Kyle Largent, Largent & Associates, 20 Silveroak, Irvine, CA 92620. 714.505.4200. resumes@largent-assoc.com
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Multiple Openings. ASML Optics. If you could create the most advanced technology in the world, would
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Our continuing, consistent growth fuels our need to expand our
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