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University of Rochester · 2 months ago

Laboratory Engineer II

positionRochester, New York Metropolitan Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$60K/yr - $85K/yr
date2+ years exp

The University of Rochester is committed to advancing the ideals of Meliora - Ever Better. They are seeking a Laboratory Engineer II to modify, maintain, and run computational physics software while supporting experimental physics projects, particularly in nonlinear optics and high field physics.

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Responsibilities

Perform simulations using a parallelized nonlinear propagation code that was recently developed at the UR LLE (SUPPER code)
Modify the existing SUPPER code to include second order nonlinear optics of crystals, additional vector components, and arbitrary spatial distributions
Perform computations to optimize various nonlinear optical elements include optical parametric amplifiers and nonlinear pulse compression in bulk media
Assist with the collection and analysis of experimental data including the development and management of DAQ systems when appropriate
Development and alignment of free-space optical systems and laser diagnostics
Routine maintenance and troubleshooting of short pulse master-oscillator power amplifier systems and other laboratory hardware
Prepare reports/presentations for internal use

Qualification

Computational physicsNonlinear opticsLaser technologyOptical systems developmentData analysisCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent job training
2 years of related laboratory or computational experience
General knowledge of physics, optics, lasers, and nonlinear optics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

Knowledge and experience in nonlinear optics simulations based on a nonlinear propagation equation
Knowledge and experience in mid-IR solid state laser systems
Knowledge and experience in mid-IR nonlinear optics
Knowledge and experience in spatiotemporal structuring of laser light
Knowledge and experience in laser-plasma interactions

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

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2024 (126)
2023 (130)
2022 (106)
2021 (100)
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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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