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Watt's Up College of Optical Sciences News for November 8, 2007
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Live from Kyoto: Optical Sciences Short Courses
On November 15 and 16, OSC will launch a new venture with the presentation of a series of three one-day short courses, live from the New Miyako Hotel in Kyoto, Japan. In addition to the live courses, two half-day courses will be taught from DVD and supplemented with a live question-and-answer section by phone/video link to the U.S.A.
The program begins on the 15th with two full-day introductory courses: Russell Chipman's Introduction to Optical Polarization and John Greivenkamp's Geometrical Optics. On the 16th, Russell Chipman will teach an intermediate level full-day course: Polarization in Optical Design. Also on Friday, two DVD courses will be presented: Jose Sasian's Optical Design with Mirrors and Jim Wyant's Introduction to Interferometric Optical Testing.
The courses will be taught in English and notes will be provided in both Japanese and English. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the conclusion of each course.
OSC maintains close relationships with the international optics industry, including special ties with many Japanese companies, so this unique opportunity to bring optics short courses to our colleagues in Japan is a very welcome addition to our educational catalog.
Arthur H. Guenther Congressional Fellowship 2008-2009
From Angela Stark, Public and Government Relations Coordinator, OSA. The Optical Society of America (OSA) and SPIE co-sponsor a congressional fellowship program providing members with an invaluable opportunity of public policy learning. Fellows gain a perspective that enhances their industrial, academic or government careers and the optics community’s ability to more effectively communicate with Congress. The Fellowship is an ideal way to spend an academic sabbatical or leave of absence from a company.
A Unique Opportunity: The Arthur H. Guenther Congressional Fellow works in the office of a U.S. Senator or Representative or with a congressional committee to get first-hand knowledge of congressional operations, contribute to the policymaking process, and forge links among the engineering, scientific, and public policy communities.
Term: Fellowships are normally for one year, running September 2008 through August 2009. The Guenther Fellow will join more than two dozen other scientists and engineers in early September 2008 for an intensive orientation program on the legislative and executive branches. This program is organized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), which also provides educational and collegial programs for the Fellow throughout the year. Following interviews on the Hill, Fellows choose a congressional office – personal or committee staff – where they wish to serve. Fellows are expected to handle varied assignments, both technical and non-technical, including but not limited to conducting legislative or oversight work, assisting in congressional hearings and debates, preparing briefs and writing speeches.
A stipend of $55,000 is provided by OSA and SPIE, and additional support from other sources, such as a present employer, is permitted. The societies also provide an allowance for health insurance, travel, and relocation expenses to the Washington, D.C. area. Final selection of the Fellow will be made in March/April 2008 after personal interviews are conducted.
Qualifications: Fellows are evaluated on the basis of technical competence, responsible work experience, ability to serve in a public environment and evidence of service to OSA, SPIE and the profession. Prospective Fellows must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral level degree by program orientation (September 2008); significant familiarity with optical engineering or science disciplines; a working understanding of the optical engineering and science communities; and demonstrated interest in the United States public policy process. Although prior experience in public policy is not necessary, a demonstrable interest in applying science and engineering to the solution of United States policy issues is required. Federal employees are not eligible. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and possess the flexibility to tackle a variety of work. Specifically excluded as selection criteria are age, sex, creed, race, ethnic background, and partisan political affiliation.
Application: Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, January 9, 2008. Candidates should submit the following materials: A detailed resume or curriculum vitae providing information about educational background, professional employment and activities, professional publications and presentations, public policy and legislative experience and committee and advisory group appointments. A statement of approximately 1,000 words addressing the applicant's interest in the fellowship, career goals, contributions the applicant believes he or she can make as an Guenther Fellow to the legislative process and what the applicant wants to learn from the experience. Three letters of reference sent directly to the address below, specifically addressing the applicant's ability to work on Capitol Hill as a special legislative assistant.
Send all application materials to: Arthur H. Guenther Congressional Science and Engineering Fellow Program, c/o Angela Stark, Optical Society of America, 2010 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Office: 202.416.144. Email: astark@osa.org
For inquiries regarding the Congressional Fellowship program, contact Angela Stark at astark@osa.org, 202.416.1443 or visit http://www.osa.org/news/congressionalfellowships.
OSA and MRS Congressional Fellowship 2008-2009
From Angela Stark, Public and Government Relations Coordinator, OSA. OSA, the Optical Society of America, and MRS, the Materials Research Society, offer a congressional fellowship program providing members with an invaluable opportunity of public policy learning. Fellows contribute effective use of optical and materials science knowledge in government and broaden awareness of the value of scientist- and engineer-government interaction among our memberships, the federal government, and the public.
Program: The Fellow spends one year (September 2008 through August 2009) working as a special legislative assistant on the staff of a member of Congress or congressional committee. Activities may involve, but are not limited to conducting legislative or oversight work, assisting in congressional hearings and debates, preparing briefs and writing speeches. The Fellow also attends an orientation program administered by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) on congressional and executive branch operations, which includes guidance in the congressional placement process, and a year-long seminar series on science and public policy issues. The AAAS also administers many other aspects of the program for the OSA/MRS Fellow, as well as other Fellows sponsored by approximately two dozen other scientific societies. Criteria: A prospective Fellow must have a record of success in research or scholarship in a field relevant to optical and/or materials science and technology. The Fellow must also demonstrate sensitivity toward policy issues and have a strong interest in applying scientific and technical knowledge to United States public policy issues. The Fellow must be able to work quickly and communicate effectively on a wide variety of topics and work cooperatively with individuals having diverse viewpoints. An applicant is expected to be a member of OSA or MRS (or an applicant for membership) and must have a Ph.D. by program orientation (September 1, 2008).
Award: The Fellow will have a one-year appointment beginning September 1, 2008. The Fellowship stipend will be $55,000, plus additional funds for health insurance, travel and relocation expenses to the Washington, D.C. area. Final selection of the Fellow will be made in March/April 2008 after personal interviews are conducted.
Application: Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, January 9, 2008. Candidates should submit the following materials: A detailed resume or curriculum vitae providing information about educational background, professional employment and activities, professional publications and presentations, public policy and legislative experience and committee and advisory group appointments. A statement of approximately 1,000 words addressing the applicant's interest in the fellowship, career goals, contributions the applicant believes he or she can make as an OSA/MRS Fellow to the legislative process and what the applicant wants to learn from the experience. Three letters of reference sent directly to the address below, specifically addressing the applicant's ability to work on Capitol Hill as a special legislative assistant.
Application Materials Should be Sent to: OSA/MRS Congressional Science and Engineering Fellow Program, c/o Angela Stark, Optical Society of America, 2010 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Office: 202.416.1443. Email: astark@osa.org
For inquiries regarding the Congressional Fellowship program, contact Angela Stark at astark@osa.org or 202.416.1443 or visit http://www.osa.org/news/congressionalfellowships.
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Grants for Scholars and Scholarships for Students
From Alain Tremeau, University of Saint Etienne. The University of Saint Etienne and three other European universities have been approved by the EU to deliver a new two years master programme entitled Color in Informatics and Media Technology (CIMET) within the Erasmus Mundus programme. This is a very prestigious programme and it is a great achievement for these four universities to be a part of it.This is a recognition of the academics' hard work and continuous efforts to develop a high quality master programme within the field.
The Erasmus Mundus programme is a co-operation and mobility programme at high-quality master or doctorate level. Universities and university colleges unite in a consortium to offer a joint degree. The University of Saint-Etienne (France, coordinator) will offer the Master programme Color in Informatics and Media Technology (CIMET) together with the Gjøvik University College (Norway), the University of Granada (Spain) and the University of Joensuu (Finland).
Our consortium invites you or your colleagues to conduct research in one of the following fields: Color image capture, devices and processing; Spectral color science; Technologies and models for multi-media systems during three months in one of our four universities. Four grants of 13.000 Euros are proposed. As Scholar you will contribute to the teaching of one compulsory course or one optional specialization course among the set of courses proposed (See http://www.master-erasmusmundus-color.eu).
Our consortium invites you to promote this master programme in your institution.. We invite your best students to apply for this master. To qualify for admission, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physics or mathematics. Admission will be based on academic excellence. 12 students from EU countries will be admitted and 18 students from outside EU. Scholarships (21.000 Euros by year for non EU students) are provided for students from both groups. The study programme starts autumn 2008. This master programme is broadly interdisciplinary, encompassing photonics, computer vision and imaging science, computer science and media technology as a mix of relevant theoretical and practical knowledge. All courses will be given in English. The programme requests high mobility, but it is possible to mainly study in one host university and attend only one semester in another university.
For more information contact: cimet@ligiv.org or connect to http://www.master-erasmusmundus-color.eu.
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Engineering Lab Technician. Genlyte Controls. Focus on the engineering development and testing of both Vari-lite and Strand lighting fixtures, suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for this interesting position based at Genlyte Controls in Dallas TX. Daily duties include: Safety of all activities and testing in progress. Good keeping and maintenance of workshop tools and test and other equipment. Keeping all work areas clean and tidy. Maintaining stocks of consumable items. Modifying parts and making prototype parts by hand for testing. Setting up fixtures for various trials and testing, attaching measuring equipment. Recording test procedures and results in an orderly fashion and reporting to engineering team on results. Preparing special test items to send to vendors and other external parties. Sourcing and procuring parts from inventory as required and completing appropriate documentation. Ordering parts from external sources for development purposes. The role includes ongoing testing of existing products alongside prototypes of new ideas. Documentation, pictures and reporting and record keeping and being organized is required. Mechanical aptitude and an inquisitive mind are essentials. In this role, no two days are the same with a varied, continual and interesting workload that the candidate is expected to manage and complete according to current priorities. Candidates should have a good understanding of engineering principles, safety when working with electrical equipment and an overall interest in the products. Competence in email and productivity software (MS Office) is required for this role coupled with an ability to communicate information clearly and concisely verbally and in written report format. This is a salaried role requiring a 40 hour workweek with some flexibility on working hours. Occasional extra working is required to facilitate product launches and other important milestones. Please submit your resume to: Gracie Vallejo, HR Manager, Genlyte Controls, Dallas TX. (214) 647 7986. Fax (214) 647 8033. hrmanager@genlytecontrols.com
Mechanical Engineer. Genlyte Controls. Working alongside software, optical and electronics/electrical engineers you will be part of a team of mechanical design engineers and work on complex opto-mechanical designs to create high performance, precision lighting fixtures. We hire individuals who can work independently and who can bring a lot of creativity into the design process. This is an interesting position in an energetic and stimulating environment where each day and project is different and candidates with wide experience are invited to apply. Candidate should be able to demonstrate skill and experience as follows: Experienced in solid modeling, sheet metal, plastics, surfacing and assemblies. Design of plastic and metal components optimized for manufacture by injection molding. Design of small motor systems, gear and other drive systems. Knowledge and understanding of most basic engineering manufacturing processes. Proficient in ProE (Wildfire) including Intralink with some AutoCAD experience. Thorough understanding of engineering documentation, BOM development, parts release and engineering change procedures. Be able to work as an individual contributor in a team environment. Willing to quickly learn new technologies and techniques as required for new product development. Benefits package includes: health, dental and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, paid vacations, tuition reimbursement, and discount product purchase. Genlyte Controls is the Dallas-based controls division of Genlyte Group, LLC (NASDAQ symbol - GLYT). By partnering four of the industries leading brands - Lightolier® Controls, Entertainment Technology, Strand, and Vari-Lite – Genlyte Controls is the only company that can offer a complete package of lighting and controls systems for both architectural and entertainment lighting professionals. So whether you are lighting a world-class hotel and convention center, a Broadway debut, or a house-of-worship, Genlyte Controls allows lighting professionals to be limited by nothing more than their imaginations. www.genlytecontrols.com Email resume and salary requirements to: Gracie Vallejo, HR Manager, Genlyte Controls, (214) 647 7956. Fax (214) 647 8033. hr@genlytecontrols.com Genlyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D/V Optical Engineer (Entry Level). Genlyte Controls. The Dallas-based controls division of Genlyte Group, LLC (NASDAQ symbol - GLYT), is a world recognized and respected innovator and manufacturer of luminaries for the professional entertainment, architectural and performance markets that are sold under the Vari*lite and Strand Lighting brand names. Product development drives our continued sales growth and we are seeking additions to our in-house engineering team. Come and join a great team of people at Genlyte Controls in Dallas, TX. We are looking for an entry-level Optical Engineer to support the design and development of entertainment lighting products. Minimum Requirements: B.S. in Optics. Knowledge of geometrical and physical optics, colorimetry and photometry. Hands on laboratory skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects and priorities. Working knowledge of MS Office programs. Desired Skills: Knowledge of optical components, systems, test setups and metrology. Familiarity with HID, Tungsten-Halogen, and HB-LED sources. Knowledge of projection lens systems, reflectors, dichroics, and optical system design is a plus. Proficiency with Zemax, CodeV and LightTools. Lens design skills would be a definite plus. 0 – 3 years Optical Design Engineering experience. Responsibilities: Perform design, assembly, and testing of entertainment lighting systems as a member of a cross-functional product development team. Support multiple optical projects for Vari*Lite, Strand, and Entertainment Technology branded product development. Analyze test data and interpret results, preparing reports for other engineering team members. Provide sustaining product engineering support. Limited travel may be required. Email resume and salary requirements to: Gracie Vallejo, HR Manager, Genlyte Controls, (214) 647 7956. Fax (214) 647 8033. hr@genlytecontrols.com Genlyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D/V.
Quality Assurance Technician (Opto-Mechanical). Genlyte ConTrols. Summary: Will perform Quality Control Inspections and administrate quality issues of materials and assemblies to completion. Will support materials validations with inspection and applications experience. Will analyze materials and inspection/and or usage results in written report format. Will monitor and verify that the status of procedures, methods, conditions, processes, and the analysis of records in relation to stated references - ensure that requirements for quality are being met. Work experience and required skills: Associate’s degree or equivalent, with 3-7 years experience. Must possess the ability to use inspection tools and equipment, including calipers, micrometers, optical comparator, and CMM, Spectral & Photometry, basic electronic meters and component measurement devices. Must be self-starting, task-oriented and efficient. Must be able to use MS, Excel and Word software applications. Essential Functions: Will track materials and usage status as needed - for article acceptance and lot supply. Will perform Quality Control Inspection Duties, as related to tasks for GC Engineering, Operations, Production and Quality Departments. Will interface with internal customers and external suppliers for materials and corrective action resolution. Will use empirical and statistical data to review results. Will perform QC Inspection duties as needed. Will generate Rejected Materials Reports and Inspection reports. Will resolve status of Rejected materials and close materials transfers. Will obtain and report losses and costs due to material rejects (non monetary). Will cite non compliant material usage and quarantine, until validated by Operations and Engineering Departments. Quality Control Inspection Duties: Summary: Inspect materials and products to determine if they are in compliance with requirements. Maintain inspection records. Perform incoming inspection of mechanical, electrical, and optical materials and assemblies. Measuring, examining, one or more characteristics of a product and the comparison of these with specified requirements to determine conformity. Essential Functions: Interpret Engineering drawings and specifications to determine if incoming materials are in compliance. Understanding of mechanical gauging and materials is essential. Select materials for test and inspection using accepted quality level industry standards and GC Quality standards. Record inspection data and maintain files on materials and products inspections such as: first article reports, inspection reports, discrepant material reports and certifications. Interpret SPC and inspection data. Determine tools and equipment required to perform proper inspection of materials and maintaining a clean, orderly inspection area. Communicate non-compliant material to internal departments and vendors using Reject reports and data. Essential Knowledge: Specification criteria for coated substrates for spectral filtering applications. Specification criteria for precision lenses. Understanding of prevalent optical specifications such as mil 13850B. Understanding of materials used for making lenses. Understanding of materials used for making Dichroic and reflective metal coatings. Understanding of nuances and deficiencies that can occur during the manufacture of coatings and lens applications. Understanding of mounting systems, material gauging and mechanisms for using lenses and coated substrates. Email resume and salary requirements to: Gracie Vallejo, HR Manager, Genlyte Controls, (214) 647 7956, Fax (214) 647 8033. hrmanager@genlytecontrols.com Genlyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/M/F/D/V.
Senior Optical Engineer. Inphase Tech. Responsibilities: Key member of Optical Engineering team involved in developing revolutionary holographic storage products. Responsibilities include conceptual and detailed optical analysis and design, Optical Engineering, Testing, Managing Vendor Interactions, and transitioning products to high volume manufacturing. Skills/Experience: > 7 years product development experience, preferably with established track record of products in volume manufacturing. Demonstrated proficiency using with optical design software tools, preferably Zemax. Hands on experience in precision alignment of optical assemblies. Strong analytical and practical knowledge of geometrical and physical optics, free space optics, imaging optics, and optical system design. Expert user of common optical metrology equipment (wave front sensors, interferometers, power meters). Solid understanding of statistical methods and design of experiments. Proven track record of transitioning products with optical manufacturing sensitivities to volume manufacturing. Ability and experience working in cross functional product development teams. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Microsoft Office. Education: Degree in Optical Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred). Location: Longmont, CO. Terms of Employment: Full Time. Please submit your resume to staffing@inphase-tech.com. No recruiters please.
Sustaining Design Engineer - Automated Lighting Fixture Design and Support. Genlyte Controls. Working alongside software, optical and electronics/electrical engineers you will be part of a team of mechanical design engineers and work on complex opto-mechanical designs to create high performance, precision lighting fixtures within the Strand and Vari-lite brand structures. We hire individuals who can work independently and who can bring creativity into the design process. This is an interesting position in an energetic and stimulating environment where each day and project is different and candidates with wide hands on experience are invited to apply. Job progression is subject to personal growth and will be into full time creative product design and personal project management. Candidate should be able to demonstrate skill and experience as follows: Some experienced in solid modeling, sheet metal, plastics, surfacing and assemblies in ProE. Working on product improvements, and modifications as required by the manufacturing process and maintaining and updating relevant documentation including BOM's drawings and spec sheets. Liaison between internal purchasing and manufacturing departments and external vendors on acquiring prototype parts for new and modified products. Working with vendors on dfm design of parts and assemblies. Manage the ECN process and detail for ongoing modifications to maintain the integrity of all engineering documentation. Design/redesign of plastic and metal components and small motor systems, gear and other drive systems. Knowledge and understanding of most basic engineering manufacturing processes. Proficient in ProE (Wildfire) including Intralink with AutoCAD experience. Thorough understanding of engineering documentation, BOM development, parts release and engineering change procedures. Be able to work as an individual contributor in a team environment. Willing to quickly learn new technologies and techniques as required for new product development. Willing to work on specific engineering related projects that may arise. Ability to work on own initiative and manage workload to meet required deadlines of projects. This role will be of interest to a person who has acquired basic engineering design skills and is willing and able to further these into a more creative role. Benefits package includes: health, dental and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, paid vacations, tuition reimbursement, and discount product purchase. Genlyte Controls is the Dallas-based controls division of Genlyte Group, LLC (NASDAQ symbol - GLYT). By partnering four of the industries leading brands - Lightolier® Controls, Entertainment Technology, Strand, and Vari-Lite – Genlyte Controls is the only company that can offer a complete package of lighting and controls systems for both architectural and entertainment lighting professionals. So whether you are lighting a world-class hotel and convention center, a Broadway debut, or a house-of-worship, Genlyte Controls allows lighting professionals to be limited by nothing more than their imaginations. www.genlytecontrols.com Email resume and salary requirements to hr@genlytecontrols.com Gracie Vallejo, HR Manager, Genlyte Controls, (214) 647 7956. Fax (214) 647 8033.
cathy.alexander@optics.arizona.edu University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences |
Optical
Software Analyst. Optical Research Associates.
ORA has an opening for a full time position as an Optical
Software Analyst. The work involves using a wide variety of
optical system models, planning and conducting manual
testing of new and existing features. ORA develops, markets
and supports state-of-the-art optical CAD/CAE programs for
the layout, design and analysis of optical systems.
The applicant should have skills in the use of advanced
optical design tools (CODE VÒ and LightToolsÒ preferred, but
not critical), have an interest in optical design and
optical system modeling, have an interest in software
development, be able to understand optical engineering
issues associated with new and advancing technology
applications, and solve problems accurately, quickly, and
effectively. The applicant should be able to interface
equally well with a staff of Software Development Engineers,
Optical Design Engineers, as well as development managers in
a team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will
contribute to the quality of our products, CODE V and
LightTools. Primary responsibilities of the position
include, but are not limited to: Creation and/or use
of optical models for the purpose of optical domain testing
new and existing features against user requirements.
Manually testing of ORA software products and identifying
problems in any feature, whether it is related to optical
computation or not. Developing test plans.
Detecting, submitting and updating defect reports in an
on-line database. The applicant must become familiar
with the software development process and the software
development life cycle. He/she will be supporting all
software development at ORA. The applicant should
possess the following qualifications: A Bachelors,
Masters, or Ph.D. degree in a technical discipline (Optics,
Optical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics,
Astronomy). Aptitude and interest in applied
development of optical systems. Experience in advanced
optical design tools with the ability to understand and use
CODE V and LightTools. Ability to understand customer
requirements and expectations of a commercial scientific
software package. Strong problem solving,
troubleshooting and organizational skills.
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to learn established and accepted software
testing techniques. Experience using optical design
tools and/or CAD software are pluses. Interact with
some of the most talented engineers in the optics field both
inside the company and in our customer community. Impact
the development of ORA’s software. ORA is a world class,
high tech optical software and optical engineering services
company with an international client base and three branch
offices. ORA is headquartered in Pasadena, CA and was
founded in 1963 by the current Chairman. ORA is privately
held and employee owned and is an equal opportunity employer
with over 85 employees (including over 50 engineers). ORA
provides excellent employee benefits including medical
insurance, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a stock
option plan, and a 401k plan. This position will be
located at Corporate Headquarters in Pasadena, California.
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