University of Rochester Advancement · 2 months ago
Laboratory Engineer II
Laboratory for Laser Energetics
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Rochester is a community committed to the ideal of Meliora - Ever Better. They are seeking a Laboratory Engineer II to modify, maintain, and run computational physics software for simulating nonlinear optics and high field physics, supporting experimental efforts in their Ultrafast Plasma Photonics group.
Higher Education
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
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
Experience with mid-IR solid state laser systems
Knowledge of mid-IR nonlinear optics
Experience with spatiotemporal structuring of laser light
Familiarity with laser-plasma interactions
Company
University of Rochester Advancement
The University of Rochester, one of the nation’s top private research universities, has built a national caliber advancement program in support of the largest campaign in the University’s history.
201-500 employees
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