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Washington Nanofabrication Facility

Molecular Analysis Facility

Jobs

  • Research Intern with Impinj
  • As a Research Intern in the Advanced Technology group, you will work with engineers, technologists, product managers, and external partners to help enrich your career focus in semiconductor technology to improve the sustainability of everyday items. This role offers the opportunity to conduct semiconductor research to enable next-generation RAIN RFID tag chips, while also making progress on the environmental impacts of this technology. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in semiconductor materials and device fabrication, as well as sustainability.
  • Washington Nanofabrication Facility Undergrad Lab Assistants
  • Click here to apply. Email wnfinfo@uw.edu with questions
    • The Cleanroom Laboratory Research Assistant’s primary responsibility is to ensure the continuity of operations within the Washington Nanofabrication Facility (WNF) in Fluke Hall. Core responsibilities include tracking and stocking inventory of chemicals and supplies, auditing and upkeep of cleanroom specifications and standards, and data entry and record keeping. Assistants who demonstrate aptitude, initiative, and time-management skills will have the opportunity to assist WNF Research Engineers in maintaining, characterizing, and upgrading advanced cleanroom manufacturing equipment as well as establishing and executing common and advanced semiconductor and MEMS manufacturing processes for foundry customers. Independent research, with supervision, is also possible for particularly committed hires. On-the-job training will be provided by staff research engineers, and no previous lab or cleanroom experience is required, though it is desired. This opportunity is advantageous to anyone seeking lab experience in engineering and/or physical sciences as well as providing a strong foundation and professional networking opportunities in advanced electronics, nanotechnology, semiconductor, and fabrication related job markets.
  • Requirements:
    • Candidates will start May 2025 and are required to work through summer and are expected to continue through the following school year. This is a multi-year position.
    • You must be 18 or older by the start date as you will be stocking and handling chemicals for the cleanroom
    • Availability in Summer 2025 is required.
    • Detail-oriented and safety minded.
    • Experience in following detailed instructions consistently.
    • Conducting work independently with minimal supervision upon completion of training.
    • Strong verbal, written and electronic communication skills with a demonstrated ability to complete detailed record-keeping and provide technical reporting on a regular basis
    • General document management skills and experience (Microsoft Office or similar)
    • A minimum of 19 hours per week is required over the summer and a minimum of 5 hours per week is required during the school year
  • Desired:
    • Competency in chemical and cryogenic material handling or equivalent educational experience (e.g. completion of general chemistry or similar courses)
    • Experience working in a laboratory setting
    • Experience handling and working with hazardous chemicals and processes
    • Experience with project management and directing others

Internships

Fellowships

Talent

  • NLM Photonics: Based in Seattle, NLM Photonics develops cutting-edge photonics solutions for transforming networking, computing, and sensing. Our world-class team includes incredible scientists, experienced entrepreneurs, and passionate communicators. 
  • To see job descriptions for the below roles visit the NLM Photonics website.
    • Photonics Design Engineer
    • Optics/Instrumentation Technician
    • Chemist
    • Semiconductor Process Engineer

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