Nanofabrication
Nanofabrication Manager
George Mason University’s Office of Research and Innovation Initiatives invites applications for a full-time Nanofabrication Manager. The Nanofabrication Manager will have the opportunity to shape the development of Mason’s newly built 2,350 square foot Nanofabrication Facility (NFF) comprised of a class 1000 clean room and class 100,000 characterization lab. The Nanofabrication Manager will be responsible for managing the NFF for the benefit of Mason faculty, staff, and students, as well as external stakeholders.
George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.
About the Department:
The Office of Research and Innovation Initiatives develops and implements university strategy for fostering a dynamic, supportive and growing research ecosystem. The Nanofabrication Facility (NFF) is a core university facility managed by RII and is available to all members of the Mason research community and external partners for variety of applications including but not limited to life sciences, energy, aerospace, and defense. The Nanofabrication Facility is located on Mason’s Science and Technology Campus (Manassas, VA).
About the Position:
Primary responsibilities include:
- Contribute to and Implement NFF Strategy to ensure growing benefit to the Mason community and to the Commonwealth;
- Manage administration of the Nanofabrication Facility including tool selection and installation, overseeing service contracts; coordinating with administrative personnel for needs including procurement, inventory, and facility access;
- Establish SOP for NFF tools and processes, and develop and implement NFF training for all users;
- Work with investigators to design and implement new projects using NFF tools;
- Support faculty in developing content and supporting classes and workshops that use the NFF;
- Oversee operation of NFF tools, trouble-shoot, and ensure basic maintenance of NFF tools;
- Develop and insure the implementation of policies and procedures for safe and efficient operations of the NFF;
- Manage the budgets and projects directly supporting NFF operations in coordination with NFF Advisory Committee;
- Coordinate with communications personnel to inform content for outreach materials and a new NFF website; and
- Work in partnership with tool vendors as well as colleagues in Mason’s Environmental Health & Safety Office, Facilities, College of Engineering and Computing, College of Science, Office of Research, and other relevant university units.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in scientific, engineering, or related field or equivalent relevant experience;
- Significant (generally seven (7) years) technical experience working in a clean room facility/laboratory with experience across several pieces of equipment;
- Considerable (generally three (3) years) experience managing laboratory operations and/or personnel;
- Demonstrated effective collaborative and interpersonal skills;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; and
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems, multi-task, and work with minimal
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive (generally ten (10)+ years) experience managing clean room facility/laboratory;
- A terminal degree in a scientific, engineering, or related field (Ph.D. or similar);
- Experience in a large dispersed university or industrial environment; and
- Experience securing external funding for research projects or laboratories
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply to position number FA31Jz at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.
Equity Statement:
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.