Sivas Cumhuriyet University Center for Nanophotonics Application and Research (CÜNAM) is a legal entity established under Law No. 6550 on the Support of Research Infrastructures, and stands as one of Türkiye's leading high-technology R&D ecosystems. Conducting research and development activities in the fields of semiconductor technologies, nanophotonics, and optoelectronics at global standards, our Center offers a dynamic and professional working environment with its administrative and financial autonomy framework. We are seeking dynamic "R&D Technician" team members to take part in the sustainable operation of the advanced laboratories and cleanroom infrastructure within our Center, periodic maintenance of equipment, and technical support operations of experimental processes.

• To carry out the daily usage, measurement, and operation processes of characterization equipment used in semiconductor material and device development stages.
• To support the execution of sample measurements with structural, optical, and electrical characterization systems (XRD, AFM, optical microscope, electrical measurement systems, etc.).
• To execute pre-measurement sample preparation, equipment settings, post-measurement data logging, and documentation processes.
• To carry out the periodic control, cleaning, calibration, preventive maintenance, and user tracking processes of laboratory equipment.
• To make the initial assessment of technical problems that may occur in the equipment, follow up on the maintenance/repair processes, and ensure coordination with technical service companies.
• To take part in new equipment installations, acceptance tests, and technical infrastructure preparation processes.
• To perform daily checks of gas lines, vacuum systems, cooling units, HVAC systems, and auxiliary equipment in the laboratory and cleanroom infrastructure.
• To conduct equipment operations in accordance with cleanroom and sensitive laboratory operating rules.
• To track the stock of laboratory consumables, chemicals, gas cylinders, and technical requirements, and to provide support for related processes.
• To provide technical support in experimental studies, sample preparations, testing, and characterization processes carried out by researchers and engineers.
• To regularly perform measurement logging, equipment usage logging, maintenance forms, and technical documentation studies.
• To support the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and waste management rules in the laboratory environment.

Education

• Graduation from Vocational Schools of Higher Education with a degree in Electronic Technology, Mechatronics, Machinery, Chemical Technology, Biomedical Device Technology, Electricity, or related technical departments.

Experience and Technical Competencies

• Having basic knowledge and application skills in electrical-electronics, mechatronics, machinery, automation, or related technical fields.
• Experience in the utilization, maintenance, and technical support processes of laboratory equipment, precise measurement systems, production equipment, or R&D infrastructures is preferred.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes, epitaxy, thin-film technologies, cleanroom applications, or material characterization methods is preferred.
• Having knowledge of or being open to development in vacuum systems, high-purity gas lines, cooling infrastructures, mechanical connections, and basic electronic systems.
• Having the technical competence to read and apply technical drawings, electrical/mechanical connection diagrams, equipment user manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Being capable of using measurement equipment, basic electronic test devices, and technical hand tools effectively.
• Being able to provide support for the periodic control, preventive maintenance, consumable tracking, and operation processes of laboratory equipment.
• Being able to demonstrate a systematic approach in diagnosing equipment malfunctions, analyzing technical problems, and resolving processes.
• Being able to work disciplined in cleanrooms and sensitive laboratory environments in accordance with occupational health and safety rules.
• Being able to regularly conduct process logging, equipment usage logging, maintenance documentation, and technical reporting processes.
• Basic level of proficiency in MS Office programs (for stock tracking, maintenance records, and technical reporting processes).

Personal Competencies

• Meticulous, detail-oriented, and strictly adherent to rules and process discipline.
• Prone to teamwork, responsible, with strong communication skills, and capable of adapting to a dynamic working pace.
• Being able to adapt to changing technical requirements and demonstrating a solution-oriented approach.

 

Other Criteria

• Military Status: Completed or exempted from military service for male candidates.
• Travel/Mobility: No travel restrictions within the scope of technical trainings or collaborations.

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