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University of Rochester · 2 months ago

Project Assistant I

positionRochester, New York Metropolitan Area
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad
money$17/hr - $22.10/hr

The University of Rochester is a community committed to the values of equity, leadership, and integrity. The Project Assistant I position involves assisting in the operation, inspection, and maintenance of laser amplifiers, as well as supporting engineers in the design and installation of new equipment.

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Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance of laser amplifiers and associated systems
Supports the operation of equipment and instrumentation for laser physics experiments
Supports engineers in design and installation of new equipment
Operates and maintains complex water-cooled amplifier systems
Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues
Designs and builds amplifier alignment station

Qualification

Mechanical aptitudeCleanroom environmentManual dexterityMicrosoft OfficeVerbal communicationWritten communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

High School diploma required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
High degree of manual dexterity
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong interpersonal skills working in a team-based environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional software as needed

Preferred

Full/part time student for Associate's degree in a STEM Field (Optics or similar)

Company

University of Rochester

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The University of Rochester is a private research university located in Rochester, New York.
dateFounded in 1921
location
Rochester, New York, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu

H1B Sponsorship

University of Rochester has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (234)
2024 (126)
2023 (130)
2022 (106)
2021 (100)
2020 (92)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$20.43M
Key Investors
National Science FoundationUnitedHealthcareSociety to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine
2023-09-25Grant· $18M
2023-07-26Grant· $0.07M
2022-09-20Grant· $0.05M

Leadership Team

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David Linehan
Chief Executive Officer
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