Scientific Analyst I, Chemistry & Biochemistry (Part-Time)

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (CBC) aspires to be a world leader in the chemical and biochemical sciences through cutting edge education, innovative research, and meaningful community impact that improves our understanding of the world and our quality of life. CBC's world class, interdisciplinary research addresses critical challenges across chemistry, biochemistry, energy, materials, biomedical engineering, and related fields, and directly fuels its educational mission. The department offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, from bachelor's degrees through Ph.D.'s, preparing the next generation of scientists to advance discovery and innovation.

The University of Arizona's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites you to apply for the role of Scientific Analyst I. In this part-time role, you will contribute to the continued development of high-throughput data acquisition systems for our novel tabletop isotope ratio mass spectrometers. In this position, you will collect and manage large amounts of data and work with our research partners to improve system performance. You will maintain and update the device's software and firmware, support a complex sensor system (a large array with 1,700+ channels that detect signals), and help move data efficiently.

You will also assist with hardware tuning, as well as help test and troubleshoot the machines to make sure they work correctly after updates or when deployed. In this role, you will assist a team of scientists by helping operate, improve, and troubleshoot the isotope ratio mass spectrometer, with a focus on software, electronics, and data handling.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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• Under guidance, assists with developing and implementing data acquisition code for established sensor systems to collect, automatically label, and transmit data over a network.
• Assists with developing and testing hardware improvements for existing systems.
• Assists with debugging embedded Linux drivers and interface software for instrument protocols.
• Helps develop and test simulation software and create tools to analyze and visualize data.

Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of FPGA development (Xilinx Zynq, Verilog/Vivado).
• Knowledge of low-level embedded Linux, including kernel configuration, cross-compilation, U-Boot, and root file system basics.
• Knowledge of device trees and the integration of ADC data interfaces (LVDS/SPI).
• Working knowledge of C for embedded Linux development.
• Ability to work with the Analog Devices reference HDL flow.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience required.

• Experience in FPGA development, including Xilinx Zynq and Verilog/Vivado.
  
• Experience in low-level embedded Linux, including kernel configuration, cross-compilation, U-Boot, and root file system basics.
  
• Experience in working with device trees and integrating ADC data interfaces (LVDS/SPI).
  
• Experience in C programming for embedded Linux development.
  
• Experience in working with the Analog Devices reference HDL flow.