Instrument Machinist

Job description

Department: Oregon Fabrication and Design Rank: Research Assistant Annual Basis: 12 Month Review of Applications Begins: May 1, 2026; position open until filled Special Instructions to Applicants: With your online application, you will also be asked to enter the names and contact information of three professional references; candidates will be notified prior to contacting references. Please upload a resume describing how you meet the minimum requirements, professional competencies, and any preferred qualifications. The position is based out of Eugene, Oregon, on campus. Department Summary: Oregon Fabrication and Design (OFAD), is a research core facility located on the UO main campus, with facilities in Pacific Hall and the Knight Campus. For over 30 years, OFAD has supported publicly and privately funded research by providing expert prototyping, technical consultation, precision fabrication, and instrument repair. Equipped with advanced manufacturing tools, the shop fosters a culture of craftsmanship and continuous learning, where machinists, engineers, and researchers collaborate to refine their skills, explore new techniques, and turn ideas into high-quality scientific instrumen...