Flexible and Hybrid Nanofabrication Process Scientist

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts & Sciences; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Harvard University, Faculty of Arts and Sciences seeks a Scientist/Engineer in the Center for Nanoscale Systems (CNS). You will lead teaching and support researchers in flexible device nanofabrication and process development in soft matter.

The role involves training users, maintaining facilities, and collaborating with CNS staff to advance research across Harvard. Ideal candidates have a strong background in nanofabrication, lithography, and characterization, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline with 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Alternatively, a minimum of seven years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Surface Science, Physics, Materials Science, Bio/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field with 3–5 years of semiconductor-related work experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach and train users on soft-material fabrication tools and processes.
• Support and maintenance of the soft-material cleanroom and fabrication labs.
• Oversee safety compliance with Harvard and government regulations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline

Seven years of relevant work experience

Two years of relevant work experience

Tools

Cleanroom fabrication tools

Lithography

Thin film characterization

Job description

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community thatadvances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways,inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills andexpertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcomingenvironment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart ofHarvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduateprogram (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all ofHarvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin GraduateSchool of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athleticsand the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academicdepartments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a communityunparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest rangeof liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeksto foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and sharedcommitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from allmembers of our community and prepares the next generation ofleaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Independently execute a range of complex scientific researchactivities in a core facility including planning and optimizingresearch, designing analysis algorithms, and providing training toresearchers.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

The Center for Nanoscale Systems (CNS) at Harvard University seeksan enthusiastic, scientifically curious individual with a stronggrowth mindset to work within the Nanofabrication Group as aScientist/Engineer focused primarily on teaching and supportingresearchers with flexible and hybrid device nanofabrication andprocess development in soft matter.

CNS is an open, shared-use facility that serves all of Harvard aswell as external academic and industrial users. CNS typicallysupports more than 1,500 users annually.

Working under the supervision of the Nanofabrication FacilityDirector and the CNS leadership team, this person will assist andtrain users in soft-material fabrication tools and processes andother advanced flexible device technologies.

Responsibilities include support and maintenance of thesoft-material cleanroom, and flexible device fabrication/assemblylabs and facilities, process support including photolithography,polymer/resists coating and mixing, wet etching, chemicalprocessing, oxygen plasma cleaning, nanoparticle-related tools,rapid prototyping (laser cutting and 3D printing), and flexible/hybrid assembly tools/processes.

Day-to-day operations include teaching/training new users on tooloperation, experimental design, and data analysis/interpretation.The candidate will also perform work for remote CNS users.

Working with other nanofabrication scientists/engineers andresearch groups, this individual will support advanced applicationsfor a broad range of flexible device fabrication and hybrid processdevelopment.

Collaboration with all CNS personnel to achieve objectives andenhance service quality is expected. Detailed record keeping ofinstrument activity, experimental results, maintenance and repairlogs, and operating procedures is expected. Authoring SOPs andrelated documents for the Flexible Nanofabrication Facility.

This person will also be responsible for overseeing CNS’scompliance with Harvard and government safety laws and regulations.Their duties include coordinating with the CNS safety officer toidentify potential risks, implementing policies and procedures touphold safety regulations and monitoring their workplace foradherence to those policies and procedures.

Working Conditions:

Laboratories, cleanroom and office setting.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work in an imaging facility, cleanroom, biological,chemical, and characterization laboratory environments.

Will work around compressed gases, cryogens, ovens, acids, bases,oxidizers, solvents, vacuum pump oils, and other chemicals. Must bevery dexterous; may be required to work on large and smallassemblies.

Ability to push, pulling, lift, repetitive motion

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience; OR
• A minimum of seven years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• A graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Surface Science,Physics, Materials Science, Bio/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, plus 3-5 years of semiconductor-related workexperience, is desirable. Cleanroom fabrication experience, especially in lithography is highly desirable. Thin filmcharacterization, scanning probe microscopy, and packaging processexperience are highly desirable.
• The candidate should be self-motivated and able to workindependently with a strong desire to acquire on-the-job training,to succeed, and to develop intellectual and practical professionalskills. Excellent verbal and written skills are preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in teams and with graduateand undergraduate students is essential.
• The candidate must have significant experience in a variety oflaboratory environments and be fully comfortable working in a labenvironment, including the cleanroom and bio-labs, on a widevariety of tools and projects. Familiarity with microfluidic devicedesign and fabrication a plus.

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University isunable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education
• Other Information: All formal offers will be made by FASHuman Resources

Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders thatall duties and responsibilities must be performed at a Harvard orHarvard-designated location. Certain visa types may limit worklocation. Individuals must meet work location sponsorshiprequirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 057. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view thecorresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed tosupport a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental andfinancial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Ourbenefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage startingon day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuitionassistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & WellbeingPage.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talentfrom all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensureeveryone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our communityadvance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on thebasis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability,or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in theuniversity's non-discrimination policy . Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help allcommunity members participate fully in work and campus life freefrom harassment and discrimination.