Postdoctoral Research Associate - Materials Growth & Microelectronic Device Fabrication
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Research
Posted on April 10, 2024
The College of Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, seek culturally and professionally diverse candidates to apply for the Postdoctoral Research Associate - Materials Growth & Microelectronic Device Fabrication position.
Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central Virginia. Comprised of five different departments plus the Dean's office, the College of Engineering enrolls more than 1,700 undergraduate and 250 graduate students in several degree programs supported by approximately 600 full-time, part-time, and student employees. As part of a premier research university known for tenacity, love of the city of Richmond, and commitment to diversity and access, the College of Engineering values the significant and positive impact of our people and ideas in the promotion of regional and global prosperity involving research and life sciences.
Position Responsibilities:
This Postdoctoral Research Associate will work with the Convergence Lab Initiative (CLI). CLI will bring together scientists, engineers and technicians with electro-optics, infrared, radio frequency and edge technology specializations to solve pressing defense challenges for the United States. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to develop and expand upon a diversified technical skill set while making a positive contribution to the development of Infrared materials, devices and technology, optoelectronics and nanophotonic devices for infrared and visible spectral regions, and development of Quantum devices.
Research projects for this position will involve development of semiconductor materials and micro-/nano-fabrication of electronic/photonic devices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in semiconductor physics, material science, device fabrication and device characterization. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in materials growth and microelectronic device fabrication as well as writing research proposals, technical reports, and journal papers. In this position, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with a network of faculty and students, and other scientists and engineers.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or a closely related field
- Experience in Semiconductor materials growth, Device Fabrication and Characterization
- Experience in surface coating/passivation
- Experience in materials Characterization (x-ray diffraction, microscopy, and luminescence)
- Ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and ensure the highest levels of laboratory safety
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and short turnaround times
- The College of Engineering at VCU champions diversity, equity and inclusion in all that we do. Cultivating an ecosystem where differences are celebrated and our faculty, staff, and students have the opportunity to thrive is at the core of how we operate. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience that shows their commitment to fostering such an environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with modern epitaxial growth techniques, such as molecular beam epitaxy, metal-organic vapor phase epitaxy, and/or atomic layer deposition.
- Familiarity with infrared materials and detector fabrication techniques.
About the College of Engineering:
The College of Engineering's mission is to create and grow a diverse community of exceptional students, faculty, staff, alumni, and industry partners that strive to create a common future for all where innovative, sustainable, and equitable solutions to global engineering challenges are realized for the benefit of this generation and future generations. Additional information about the department's programs and faculty may be found at https://egr.vcu.edu/departments/electrical/.
Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000
Position Details:
Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Employment Type: PD - Post Doc
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE:
Exemption Status: Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Emily Perrault
Contact Email: perraultek@vcu.edu
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