Scientist II - Goldsmith Group

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Job Category:Academic Staff

Employment Type:Regular

Job Profile:Scientist II

Job Summary:

The Goldsmith group is looking for a Scientist with extensive
knowledge of the optical properties of high-finesse fiber-based
Fabry-Perot microcavities, their optical and mechanical properties,
and associated electronic and optical hardware. These microcavities
will be used for applications in labelfree sensing of molecules for
biophysical characterization, or applications in molecular quantum
optics.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts

experiments and interviews, and documents results according to
established policies and procedures under general supervision

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials,

and disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal

and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and
representing the interests of a specialized research area

• Monitors program budget and approves unit expenditures
• Identifies research problems and develops complex research

methodologies and procedures

• May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as

needed

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and

proposals to secure research funding

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events

and presentations in support of continued professional development
and the dissemination of research information

Department:

College of Letters and Science, Department of Chemistry

Compensation:

The expected salary range for this position is $73,000 - $75,000
depending on qualifications and experience. Actual pay within this
range will depend on experience and qualifications. Only those with
extensive relevant experience will be placed around the high end of
that range.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as
generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances
and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Please review the

summary

of benefits for more information

Required Qualifications:

• At least three years experience working with high-finesse

optical microcavities.

• Experience with frequency analysis of optical systems.
• Experience with Multiphysics FDTD software such as COMSOL.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience of at least 6 years conducting

independent research.

• Demonstrated experience using photonic systems for sensing and

spectroscopy

Education:

PhD in Chemistry or related field is required.

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The application deadline is 11:59pm on 11/13/2026.

Contact Information:

Beatriz Lemire, beatriz.lemire@wisc.edu

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