Job Description

Description & Details:

The department of Coatings and Polymeric Materials is seeking a Laboratory Research Engineer to work in its Combinatorial and High Throughput Research Laboratory. The Laboratory is unique in the United States and has numerous automated systems for carrying out polymer synthesis, coating formulation and application and coatings testing. Duties will include developing and maintaining programming for the combinatorial and high throughput systems, working with researchers to set up and carry out combinatorial experiments, maintain inventory of supplies for combinatorial systems and experiments, maintain combinatorial and high throughput equipment. Work with vendors to address faults, repairs, upgrades as needed. Assist in modification of combinatorial and high throughput systems.

To apply, please visit: www.ndsu.edu/employment/ (only online applications are accepted). Compensation is: $58,216-$77,622 plus comprehensive fringe benefit package including retirement plan and full coverage for family health insurance. Job ID # 2958265.

NDSU is an EEO/AA-M/F/Vet/Disability employer. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Hiring Range:

$58,216 - $77,622

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations.

Minimum Qualifications:

- BS degree in engineering, computer science or related field

- Experience in programming

Preferred Qualifications:

- Demonstrated expertise in programming of systems

- Five years or more of relevant experience

- Some experience in polymer or analytical chemistry

Core Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have experience with programming, especially with programming and operation of robotic systems; experience working in a chemical laboratory. Preferred qualifications will include at least five years relevant experience; demonstrated expertise in programming of systems; experience in polymer or analytical chemistry.

Required Materials:

Resume and Cover Letter

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire

Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation

Superb Retirement Plan

Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

Basic Term Life Insurance

Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.