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Research Specialist - Equipment
  • Job Number: 26180
  • Functional Area: Research - Engineering
  • Department: MIT.nano
  • School Area: VP Research
  • Pay Range Minimum: $83,000
  • Pay Range Maximum: $123,000
  • Employment Type: Part-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: No Grade


Posting Description

RESEARCH SPECIALIST, EQUIPMENT, MIT.nano, will act as a primary interface between MIT.nano and its research users focusing on magnetic techniques for materials characterization including magnetometry, magnetic hysteresis measurements, magneto transport, Mossbauer spectroscopy, and other high magnetic field test equipment.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor's in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline; Additionally, a minimum of two years of domain-specific experience in magnetic characterization, magnetometry, or magnetic hysteresis measurement systems; hands-on experience with cryogenic systems and operation/maintenance of low-temperature equipment; demonstrated proficiency with magnetometry instruments and magnetic hysteresis measurement systems; experience with computational software (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data analysis and visualization; demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot technical issues and conduct literature searches; strong written and oral communication skills; experience creating technical documentation, training materials, and standard operating procedures (SOPs); demonstrated ability to mentor users and develop training protocols; ability to independently develop and optimize characterization protocols; strong interpersonal skills for working effectively with diverse researcher populations; independent problem-solving and technical troubleshooting; initiative and research curiosity in staying current with field developments; and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. PREFERRED: PhD in a related discipline; or MS with 4+ years of domain-specific experience; experience in a shared research facility or core laboratory environment; hands-on experience with multiple magnetic characterization techniques and instrument platforms (e.g., Quantum Design systems, high-field magnets); experience with advanced cryogenic system maintenance and troubleshooting; track record of creating technical documentation, training materials, or publications; or experience mentoring users or junior research staff and developing educational programs.

10/26/2026