Nanofabrication Technician

University of Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southampton is seeking a Nanofabrication Technician to support EPSRC funded project '3D Polysilicon Photonics - A New Platform for Integrated Optoelectronics.' This role focuses on advancing silicon waveguide platform fabrication through deposited silicon and post deposition laser annealing.

You will work in our state-of-the-art cleanroom, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and develop your career within a university culture that values people, quality,

Qualifications

• Experience in nanofabrication or microfabrication environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and develop devices within the EPSRC project in the state-of-the-art cleanroom.
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to advance silicon waveguide technologies.
• Contribute to project milestones and maintain rigorous documentation of fabrication processes.

Job description

We are seeking a Nanofabrication Technician who is passionate about supporting cutting‑edge technology with the EPSRC funded project '3D Polysilicon Photonics - A New Platform for Integrated Optoelectronics.' The project aims to demonstrate a novel optimal silicon waveguide platform formed using deposited silicon and post deposition laser annealing.

You will be self‑motivated, a strong communicator, a strong problem solver, flexible, able to work both individually and as part of a team, and able to manage time efficiently. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a university environment, working on the fabrication/development of devices within the project using our state‑of‑art cleanroom facilities. You will be able to develop your career within a university culture focused on people, collegiality, quality, internationalisation, and sustainability.