"Research Technician III, Biomedical Engineering"

Research Technician III, Biomedical Engineering

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Laboratory and Research

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: req25012

Department: Biomedical Engineering

Location: Main Campus

Address: 1127 E. James E. Rogers Way, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Biomedical Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Research Technician III to support the development and testing of firmware for wearable devices. This role performs moderately complex tasks under general supervision, including writing, updating, and debugging embedded firmware, executing standard test plans, and validating device performance using established engineering principles and laboratory tools. The position requires close collaboration with internal lab teams and external sponsor engineers, providing routine status updates, test results, and technical clarification.

This is a temporary, less than 6-month position.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently develops and maintains code for complex research hardware and equipment.
• Set up and perform routine tests to validate device performance; record and organize data.
• Adapt existing firmware libraries to fit specific experiment requirements.
• Execute detailed test plans to ensure devices meet sponsor requirements before delivery.
• Independently works on the preparation of technical summaries and documentation for sponsors under minimal supervision.
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and development kits.
• Document code changes and testing procedures clearly for future reference.
• Develop and update standard firmware for wearable devices to read sensors (e.g., heart rate, motion) and store data.
• Communicate routine progress and technical details to sponsor engineers via email or status calls.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Debug complex hardware/firmware issues using standard tools (multimeters, debuggers).
• Implement established wireless protocols (like Bluetooth) to connect wearables to phones or computers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and standard coding practices.
• Skill in writing, modifying, and debugging firmware code and operating standard laboratory testing equipment.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science (or equivalent technical experience).
• 3 months or more relevant experience in firmware design, coding, or electronics testing (internship or capstone project experience is acceptable).

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 10

Job FTE: 0.25

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Research

Benefits Eligible: No Benefits

Rate of Pay: $18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 4

Career Stream and Level: OC3

Job Family: Research & Lab

Job Function: Research

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Expected End Date: 8/14/2026

Contact Information for Candidates:
Dr. Philipp Gutruf
pgutruf@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter