Research Associate – Thin-Film Transistor Devices (Flexible)

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

Job summary

A leading institution in higher education is seeking a Research Associate in Thin Film Transistor Devices to develop advanced electronic devices focused on memory applications. This role, based in Edinburgh, offers a competitive salary and involves using cleanroom processes and extensive fabrication techniques. Applicants should hold a relevant PhD and demonstrate experience in cleanroom environments and electrical characterisation. Join a diverse community committed to innovation in electronics and contribute to groundbreaking research in AI Hardware solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Defined benefits pension scheme

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• A PhD in Electronics, Physics, Materials Science or similar discipline focused on semiconductor devices.
• Proven track record of research or industrial experience in thin film fabrication.
• Experience with cleanroom fabrication processes including lithography and ALD.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

PhD in Electronics, Physics, or Materials Science

Fabrication and testing of TFTs

Cleanroom fabrication processes

Electrical characterisation techniques

Physical layout tooling

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Tools

Lithography

Magnetron sputtering

ALD

Job description

A leading institution in higher education is seeking a Research Associate in Thin Film Transistor Devices to develop advanced electronic devices focused on memory applications. This role, based in Edinburgh, offers a competitive salary and involves using cleanroom processes and extensive fabrication techniques. Applicants should hold a relevant PhD and demonstrate experience in cleanroom environments and electrical characterisation. Join a diverse community committed to innovation in electronics and contribute to groundbreaking research in AI Hardware solutions.