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JD # JD1683
Unit/Project Description:
The Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research (BIMR) and the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Facility at McMaster University provide advanced research infrastructure and technical expertise that support a diverse community of faculty, students, industry partners, and external researchers across the materials, chemical, physical, and life sciences. Together, these facilities operate state-of-the-art instrumentation for materials characterization, cryogenic and thermal analysis, magnetic measurements, and solution and solid-state NMR spectroscopy, enabling cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and innovation.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the operation and support of the University’s Cryogenic Facilities and highly complex scientific instrumentation, ensuring equipment reliability, optimal performance, and adequate supply of critical resources. Maintains and troubleshoots equipment, supports research activities, and contributes to effective and efficient laboratory operations. Provides specialized expertise in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy to support research and contract projects, assisting faculty, students, and external clients in addressing complex scientific and technical challenges. Applies and adapts advanced theoretical knowledge to evolving research needs, including data analysis, experimental design, and problem-solving.
Purpose and Key Functions :
Supervision:
- Ensures adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff (less than 12 months) and volunteers for events and activities (may includes staffing for short-term needs).
Requirements:
- A Master's degree. in Physics or Chemistry or a related field.
- Requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Assets:
Knowledge of Bruker instrumentation and related software would be considered an asset
Additional Information:
- Experience working in a shared academic or institutional research facility environment Familiarity with cryogenic systems, compressed gases, and vacuum systems
- Experience supporting or maintaining NMR, analytical, or materials characterization instrumentation
- Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance and preventative maintenance programs
- Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills
Familiarity with helium recovery systems and low-temperature research infrastructure
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