Research Associate: Thin-Film Memcapacitors for AI Hardware

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Edinburgh seeks an experienced Research Associate in Thin Film Memcapacitors. The role involves developing electronic devices with a focus on nanotechnology and semiconductor devices. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and experience in cleanroom fabrication processes. This position offers a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months, pushing the boundaries of electronics and AI through advanced engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• A PhD in a relevant field focusing on semiconductor devices.
• Proven experience in fabrication and testing of memory devices.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a cleanroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop electronic devices based on thin film technologies for memory applications.
• Design device architectures and material stacks using cleanroom processes.
• Conduct analytical and morphological characterisation of developed films.

Skills

Cleanroom fabrication

Electrical characterization techniques

Impedance spectroscopy modelling

Education

PhD in Electronics, Physics, Materials Science or similar

Tools

Lithography

Magnetron sputtering

ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition)

XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy)

SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy)

AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy)

Job description

A prestigious university in Edinburgh seeks an experienced Research Associate in Thin Film Memcapacitors. The role involves developing electronic devices with a focus on nanotechnology and semiconductor devices. Candidates should possess a PhD in a relevant field and experience in cleanroom fabrication processes. This position offers a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months, pushing the boundaries of electronics and AI through advanced engineering solutions.