Piezoelectric Thin-Film Research Scientist (PREP)

Johns Hopkins University; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is looking for a PREP Research Associate to support scientific research related to piezoelectric materials. The role involves film growth, characterization, and measurement of properties in collaboration with NIST and other partners. Candidates should have a B.S. in materials science or a related field, with an emphasis on semiconductor devices. The salary ranges from $35,000 to $40,000 a year. Preferred candidates will have experience in RF magnetron sputtering and advanced data analysis techniques.

Qualifications

• Basic experience with laboratory equipment is necessary.
• Familiarity with materials characterization techniques is essential.
• Laboratory safety training is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform film growth by reactive magnetron sputtering.
• Collaborate with partners and publish findings.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Participate in funding proposals writing.

Skills

Laboratory equipment experience

Materials characterization techniques

Oral and written communication in English

Education

B.S. in materials science and engineering or related field

Tools

X-ray diffraction

Electron microscopy

Scanning probe microscopy

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is looking for a PREP Research Associate to support scientific research related to piezoelectric materials. The role involves film growth, characterization, and measurement of properties in collaboration with NIST and other partners. Candidates should have a B.S. in materials science or a related field, with an emphasis on semiconductor devices. The salary ranges from $35,000 to $40,000 a year. Preferred candidates will have experience in RF magnetron sputtering and advanced data analysis techniques.