Nanofabrication Technician

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for a Nanofabrication Technician to work on a research project focused on developing innovative acoustic sensors aimed at reducing water loss in the UK. Candidates should have a degree in a science-related subject and experience in a laboratory environment. Full training in semiconductor device fabrication will be provided, along with opportunities for further learning and development.

Benefits

Full training in semiconductor device fabrication

Opportunity to attend seminars and workshops

Support from the Silicon Photonics group

Qualifications

• Degree in a science-related subject or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Basic knowledge of MEMS or Silicon Photonics device fabrication is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate semiconductor devices in Southampton's cleanrooms.
• Develop miniature acoustic sensors for leak detection.
• Plan and progress work in a laboratory environment.

Skills

Experience working in a laboratory environment

Planning and progressing work

Basic knowledge of MEMS or Silicon Photonics device fabrication

Education

Degree in a science-related subject or equivalent industry experience

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Nanofabrication Technician for a new research project to develop biologically inspired miniature acoustic sensors. The project’s aim is to help enable the UK water sector to meet its commitment to half the trillions of litres of water lost from buried water pipes due to leakage.

If you are passionate about cutting-edge research and innovation, we offer the opportunity to join a group that has a work culture centred around the team and is very supportive of one another.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate semiconductor devices by operating a number of tools housed in Southampton’s cleanrooms.
• Develop biologically-inspired miniature acoustic sensors called neuromasts and integrate them with autonomous robots that can travel through buried water supply pipes to detect leaks.
• Plan, progress and plan work in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a science-related subject or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment and successfully planning and progressing work.
• Basic knowledge of MEMS or Silicon Photonics device fabrication is desirable.

Benefits and Training

• Full training in semiconductor device fabrication.
• Opportunity to attend seminars, workshops, and lectures to deepen knowledge in photonics and MEMS.
• Support from the Silicon Photonics group at Southampton’s Optoelectronics Research Centre.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities employer, we are keen to encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Application

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.