Nanoscale Quantum Devices & Metrology Fellow

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support technical aspects of collaborative scientific studies at Johns Hopkins University. This role requires a PhD in experimental condensed matter physics and extensive experience in advanced nanofabrication techniques. Responsibilities include designing and fabricating nanostructures, conducting measurements with scanning probe microscopy, and presenting findings to various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cleanroom operations and nanofabrication of quantum devices, ensuring innovative research contributions.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience fabricating nanoscale patterns at complex oxide interfaces.
• Minimum three years of experience patterning ferroelectric materials using ultra‑low‑voltage electron‑beam lithography.
• Minimum five years in cleanroom nanofabrication of nanoelectronics and quantum devices.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate van der Waals heterostructure devices for studies.
• Conduct measurements using scanning probe microscopy techniques.
• Present findings at internal meetings and sometimes with external stakeholders.

Skills

Fabricating nanoscale patterns

Electrical transport measurements

Cleanroom nanofabrication

Operating scanning probe systems

Programming LabVIEW VIs

Education

PhD in experimental condensed matter physics

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support technical aspects of collaborative scientific studies at Johns Hopkins University. This role requires a PhD in experimental condensed matter physics and extensive experience in advanced nanofabrication techniques. Responsibilities include designing and fabricating nanostructures, conducting measurements with scanning probe microscopy, and presenting findings to various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cleanroom operations and nanofabrication of quantum devices, ensuring innovative research contributions.