Entry Level Research Technician: Optics and Photonics

Join RMD’s Optics and Photonics Group and participate in state-of-the-art research.  You will support our scientists in developing novel photonic systems and methods for environmental, industrial and biological sensing.   This will be an exciting position for someone with the ability to design and implement experiments from the ground level and to collect and interpret data.  We are looking for the individual who wants to take a proactive role in a technically challenging environment. 

Job duties will include:

·        Working closely with program managers in experimental and prototype design

·        Building and testing optical and electronic instrumentation

·        Performing extensive and meticulous measurement and characterization

·        Analyzing, interpreting, and reporting on experimental data

·        Assisting the team in grant and report writing as well as laboratory and inventory maintenance

Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc., in Watertown, MA, is a successful and growing research company devoted to the development of new sensor, detector, and system technologies for commercial, medical, and government use.    

Our Requirements

·        BS in physics, physical chemistry or a related engineering field

·        Hands-on experience with some of the following: optics, lasers, electrodynamics, photosensors/detectors, and analogue/digital circuit design.

·        Proficiency with LabView and programming platforms such as Visual BASIC, Visual C++, Mathematica, and Matlab are a plus.

We offer competitive compensation.  Benefits include medical insurance, tuition reimbursement, 401K plan, flexible hours, and a collegial work environment.  RMD is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Send resumes in WORD format to our Human Resources Consultant, Harvey Wigder:  hwigder@fulcrumgroup.com .  Address: Fulcrum Resource Group, 171 Dorset Road, Newton, MA  02468.  Fax: 617-964-8377.  RMD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.