SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory

SLAC Job Postings

Position Overview:

The SSRL at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Research Intern with experience in Biology or Chemistry to join as a member of our SSRL Macromolecular Crystallography Operations group. The intern will work on small parts design, procurement, parts fabrication, assembly, and installation work to support the new laboratory automation and the completion of new experimental instrumentation. Projects will include the design of specialized sample holders, support structures and precision positioning systems for samples and scientific instrumentation for use at synchrotron beam lines. Work may also include aiding in the operation, testing and maintenance of automated laboratory equipment. Documentation and organization of drawings, parts lists, and assembly instruction, writing QA/QC testing procedures, and the production of web-based manufacturing directions may also be required.

Your specific responsibilities include:

• Basic mechanical design and assembly
• Familiarize with laboratory protocols and instruments for protein crystallization
• Learning how to operate and program fluid handling systems
• Setting up crystallization trials and running laboratory protocols
• Developing documentation including parts lists, assembly instructions, drawings, etc.

Opportunities and Benefits:

• Great resume builder for someone seeking practical experience in a scientific and research environment
• Opportunity to become more closely connected to the Stanford/SLAC scientific community, as the intern will be working with both students and staff from many different discipline
• Opportunity to learn about SLAC and exposure to the work environment in a research and user facility
• Opportunity to work with engineers, scientists and technical staff on cutting-edge technologies

Note: This is an hourly, non-benefits eligible temporary-nonexempt student position (work at 50% full-time equivalent or more), not to exceed 980 hours in six consecutive months Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years of age, currently enrolled in an educational program or recently graduated, and have US work authorization

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Undergraduate level training in biology, mathematics or chemistry
• Experience working in a wet lab and basic laboratory skills
• Experience in maintenance or mechanical work in an industrial setting, in laboratory automation or in automotive repair is helpful
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.
• Be able to adapt to applicable site environmental and safety rules and guidance and meet training requirements.
• Able to effectively communicate technical issues with senior engineers, operators, tech support personnel and others in a diverse multicultural environment.

SLAC Employee Competencies:

• Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
• Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.

Work standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities:http://wwwgroup.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu
• Classification Title: SLAC Intern Students [Level 1]
• Job code: 0901
• Employment Duration: Temporary

The expected pay range for this position is $24.20 - $26.19 per hour. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.