How to Apply
A cover letter and resume are required for consideration for this position. When submitting your application, the cover letter should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experiences that directly relate to this position.
What You'll Do
This position provides support for the Physics Department's Student Shop and the student shop course. The student shop course provides an introduction to the proper use of hand tools, milling machines, lathes, saws, drill presses, and the belt sander. The course teaches students the skills needed to make, repair, or retrofit scientific instruments and supporting equipment for research labs. The Physics Student Shop is a resource for University of Michigan undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty and staff.
All work is performed on-site at the Ann Arbor campus. Hybrid and remote work modes are not available.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Who We Are
The Physics Department's mission is to advance the university's goals and ideals through incisive education, lasting contributions to human understanding, and the shared excitement of scientific discovery.
Why Work at Michigan?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
Student Shop Oversight (40%)
- Reinforce concepts taught in the shop class and provides guidance to students working to complete the required project(s)
- Provide oversight for students working on independent projects in the student shop
- Enforces all relevant processes and procedures for operating the student shop
Instructional Support (25%)
- Assist with the student shop course by working side-by-side with students during class time
- Demonstrate proper use of equipment
- Coach students completing their required course projects
Operations (25%)
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
- Ensure adequate supply inventory
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
Administrative responsibilities (10%)
- Coordinate student registration, maintain a schedule of classes, communicate with students via email, maintain accurate records of students certified to use the shop
- Complete monthly and annual reports on student shop usage and course completion
This position reports directly to the Scientific Instrument Shop Manager.
Required Qualifications*
- 1-3 years of experience in a machine shop environment
- Ability to safely and effectively operate a variety of machining and fabrication equipment
- Ability to accurately follow plans and drawings for equipment fabrication
- Ability to work and interact in a professional and effective manner
- Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to effectively move equipment and materials weighing 50 pounds or more
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.