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Working TitlePhysics Machine Shop Manager

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202402084AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support III

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week24

Proposed Annual Salary Range$60,000 - $80,000 (based on 1.0 FTE); Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on01/05/2025

Description of Work Unit

​​​The Department of Physics at Colorado State University operates research programs in theoretical and experimental condensed matter physics; atomic, molecular, and optical physics; and high-energy physics and particle astrophysics. Comprised of 20 regular full-time faculty members, 5 post-doctoral researchers, 65 graduate students and 60 undergraduate students, the department is a dynamic and exciting place to work. Information about the Department of Physics, Fort Colins and the surrounding area may be found athttp://www.physics.colostate.edu. Colorado State University has an enrollment of about 34,000 students and the Physics Department teaches approximately 4,000 students per year. Fort Collins is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States. It is an attractive community of about 170,000 inhabitants on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver.​ ​

Position Summary

We are seeking to hire a part-time machine shop manager in the Department of Physics at Colorado State University. The physics department machine shop supports the educational and research goals of the department through involvement in fabrication of custom scientific instrumentation, education and training of students in the safe operation of machine tools, and support of educational and other laboratory and research facilities. This machine shop houses both conventional and CNC lathes and milling machines, as well as other equipment such as drill presses, sheet metal working facilities, a welding facility, and a small wood shop. The shop manager is responsible for maintaining and operating this facility. The shop manager will supervise the use of the shop by students and researchers and machine parts needed for research and teaching. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Instruction and supervision of students and researchers on the safe and effective operation of the shop equipment.

• Maintaining equipment and ensuring the safe operating condition of the shop equipment.

• Fabrication of machined parts to the designs and specifications of students and researchers.

• Assisting in designing and optimizing the designs of apparatus to be fabricated.

• Maintaining and improving teaching lab equipment and classroom demonstration equipment at the direction of faculty.

Please notethis position is 24 hours per week (60% FTE ). Additional hours may be available, if desired, depending on funding.

Required Job Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least three years’ experience in a relevant working environment is required.​

• The successful candidate will have the demonstrated ability to operate and manage a machine shop and have had previous experience instructing others in the safe operation of machine tools and equipment.

• Prior familiarity and skill with machine shop equipment such as lathes and mills is required.

• An aptitude and desire to work with undergraduate and graduate students in a training and oversight capacity is essential.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Degree or certificate from a two or four-year vocational/technical training program is strongly preferred.

• Experience with CNC milling and turning is highly desirable, as well as familiarity with computer-aided design ( CAD ) software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD®. Certification in welding is highly desirable, as is familiarity with 3d printing.

• Candidates with an aptitude for creativity in addressing research equipment needs and demonstrating physics concepts through lecture demonstration and lab equipment in consultation with faculty are desired. Some educational background or interest in physics is therefore an asset.

• Availability/willingness to work extra hours beyond the nominal 60% FTE as funding and project needs, circumstances in the department allow.

Diversity Statement

Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryManagement of Machine Shop

Duty/Responsibility

• Maintain machine shop equipment.

• Keep machine shop organized and ready for use.

• Invoice and bill for shop services.

• Purchase new supplies necessary for shop operation through university procurement channels.

Percentage Of Time25

Job Duty CategoryDesign and Production of Equipment

Duty/Responsibility

• Design and production of custom scientific, lecture demonstration, and teaching lab equipment; and modification of commercial equipment.

• Work with faculty and staff to design equipment needed in research and educational efforts, including providing creative solutions to technical challenges in producing the required items.

• Produce this equipment in the machine shop.

• Modify commercial equipment in support of the same efforts.

Percentage Of Time25

Job Duty CategorySupervision of Machine Shop users

Duty/Responsibility

• Basic instruction and supervision of Department of Physics Machine Shop users.

• Provide basic instruction in machine tool use to graduate and undergraduate students and other staff, with a particular emphasis on safety.

• Supervise shop users while they are using equipment in the facility.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryOther duties as assigned

Duty/Responsibility

• Other duties as assigned by the department chair commensurate with the overall machining, design, research, and education aspects of this position.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications must include a cover letter which clearly addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of this position, a current resume, and names and contact information of three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. This posting will remain open until filled, but for full consideration, all materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. (MT) on January 5, 2025.

Please note that a signing bonus of up to $2,500 may be considered for successful candidates. Please note, internal applicants are not eligible for signing bonuses.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials

Search ContactKristin McLaughlin, Kristin.McLaughlin@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Should the department have funding and additional project needs, are you available and willing to work extra hours beyond the nominal 60% FTE (24 hours/week)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents